[PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Justin French
I saw this mentioned a few times recently, but I'd really like to put out the call again. This group needs an FAQ *specific to this list* which helps new members / posters integrate seamlessly... really, I'm sick of seeing non specific subject lines like please help, and I'm sure we're all sick

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Andrew Brampton
PM Subject: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again) I saw this mentioned a few times recently, but I'd really like to put out the call again. This group needs an FAQ *specific to this list* which helps new members / posters integrate seamlessly... really, I'm sick of seeing non specific subject lines like

RE: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Hunter, Ray
Subject: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again) I saw this mentioned a few times recently, but I'd really like to put out the call again. This group needs an FAQ *specific to this list* which helps new members / posters integrate seamlessly... really, I'm sick of seeing non specific subject lines like

RE: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Hunter, Ray
NETWORKS -Original Message- From: Andrew Brampton [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2002 7:04 AM To: php Subject: Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again) Small flaw in this. The new user would have to actually go and read the FAQ... I'm a member of many lists, and I've

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Nick Winfield
On Wed, 3 Apr 2002, Justin French wrote: ?php snip(); ? When I first joined this group, I too was unaware of what was considered a good post (and perhaps still, I don't know!!), but some form of welcome email when people join the group, or a reminder email sent weekly which keeps the peace

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Justin French
I think this is a good idea, but it looks to be more of a searchable FAQ, which will highly detailed... I'm really thinking of a medium-length email introduction to the group (as per my attachment) which hopefulyl cleans up the group a bit. Your resource could be fantastic, and could help with

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread DL Neil
Justin, I think this is a good idea, but it looks to be more of a searchable FAQ, which will highly detailed... I'm really thinking of a medium-length email introduction to the group (as per my attachment) which hopefulyl cleans up the group a bit. Your resource could be fantastic, and

FW: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Christoph Starkmann
Hi Ray! I am in total agreement with Justin on this one. Many of the posters use need help, newbie needs help , etc. We need to have some form of FAQ with detailed instructions on how to post so that I do not have to ask; There are so many ressources on the web on how to pose

[PHP] PHP FAQ (again) ... we have a plan!

2002-04-03 Thread Hugh Bothwell
I'm getting a bit interested in this; here's how I suggest we proceed. First, we have to agree on the scope of the project. I suggest a small number of FAQs directed at specific subjects (rather than one 5000-line monster); my suggested breakdown follows below. Second, I suggest storing these

RE: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again) ... we have a plan!

2002-04-03 Thread Brian Drexler
I like the looks of it, if there's anything I can do just ask -Original Message- From: Hugh Bothwell [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2002 12:09 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again) ... we have a plan! I'm getting a bit interested

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Miguel Cruz
On Wed, 3 Apr 2002, Andrew Brampton wrote: So unless the FAQ was placed infront of them when signing up to this list (if they actually sign up), then it might not get the results you expect. The first time you post to comp.lang.perl.misc, a daemon picks up your address, checks it against a

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Jason Wong
On Wednesday 03 April 2002 22:06, Hunter, Ray wrote: I am in total agreement with Justin on this one. Many of the posters use need help, newbie needs help , I have given up on even reading posts without a meaningful subject. They go straight into the trash can. etc. We need to have some

RE: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Kevin Stone
? No. But it will keep the channel of information open for those who need legitimate help. We are not here to shun newbies or act like elitists. -Kevin -Original Message- From: Jason Wong [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2002 11:31 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ

RE: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Maxim Maletsky
] www.phpbeginner.com -Original Message- From: Christoph Starkmann [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2002 4:15 PM To: '[EMAIL PROTECTED]' Subject: FW: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again) Hi Ray! I am in total agreement with Justin on this one. Many of the posters use

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Jason Lotito
- Original Message - From: Maxim Maletsky [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Christoph Starkmann' [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2002 3:28 PM Subject: RE: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again) Would be very nice. There are dozens of very good sites related to PHP learning on the web. It's

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Miguel Cruz
On Wed, 3 Apr 2002, Jason Lotito wrote: Just for reference, there is www.alt-php-faq.org as well as www.devnetwork.net the home of the PHP Developer's Network We might be able to work something out in providing assistance to this effort. Definitely. But a mailing list FAQ is a different

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Philip Olson
I find php.faqts.com very useful. Anyone can edit/add questions/answers anytime, don't hesitate to do so. Also, searching the various mailing lists is very good too. Regarding how to post and ask a question, try: What are some ways to get PHP support?

Re: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread Justin French
Exactly! The CSV file I attached to the original post is a pretty good example of a list FAQ. I'll have a go at it soon, and offer it up for modification, since I know that i'm not guru enough to get it all right :) Justin French on 04/04/02 8:01 AM, Miguel Cruz ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) wrote:

[PHP] PHP FAQ (again) -- solutions?

2002-04-03 Thread Justin French
Hi all, This has been an interesting thread to read this morning. I think we are clouding a few issues here, so if I may, I'd like to do a bit of a summary. Whilst I think that a general, searchable, web based FAQ (list of frequently asked questions, with code snippet answers) contributed to

Re: FW: [PHP] PHP FAQ (again)

2002-04-03 Thread olinux
I delete everything that doesn't include the topic of the question in the subject line. Stop replying and they'll learn how to address an email or search the manual/google. olinux --- Christoph Starkmann [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Ray! I am in total agreement with Justin on this one.