User:Vanished user 392817/Adoption/Wedgiey1

Hello and welcome to Wikipedia. Here I hope that you will learn the fundamentals of editing and become a great contributor to the site. There is always something new to write about, an edit to make, and knowledge to be gained! So without further adieu, here is your very own adoption page! I recommend that you 'watch' this page by clicking the box which says 'watch' at the top. Also please bookmark this page.

A few things to remember when using Wikipedia:
 * 1) - Wikipedia is a free encyclopedia and any contributions which are constructive are very helpful to the structure of the encyclopedia.
 * 2) - You, like the rest of the Users on Wikipedia, have unique opinions and may express them on talk pages but not articles.
 * 3) - There is always someone who can help you with any problems you have. So feel free to ask. I am one of those users.
 * 4) - Mistakes happen, and there is a big difference between articles made in good faith and vandalism. So it is crucial to remember the difference between them and the actions taken to fix them.
 * 5) - Do not be intimidated by any users: be bold in your editing!

That is my version of the Five Pillars of Wikipedia which govern what you can and cannot do on Wikipedia. Of course mine aren't as elaborate, nor the same in every way, but they are much more user friendly :)!. I still recommend that you skim over the five pillars for a better understanding. With that all said and done, I present you with The TEST!!!!!

The TEST!!!!!
This is a basic test where you answer questions about yourself so that I may configure a more enjoyable learning environment for you. No sweat. Answer under the '' #- blah blah blah? '' If you need help just ask. '''You do not have to answer any question if you feel uncomfortable answering it. None of these questions affect your standing in the program, and do not govern whether or not you get into the program since anybody interested is automatically accepted without hesitation.''' This is not an application, it helps me decide what articles you can contribute to the best(but feel free to edit as many areas as you wish!). Also I expect worry about question 11. I ask this so that I may stray away from any articles you may feel uncomfortable reading. You do not need to answer it to get into my program.
 * 1) -What do you think about Wikipedia so far?
 * I love it! So long as I have my handy cheat sheet open it is very easy to edit.  My main concern is knowing what references are appropriate, and I guess I might have stylistic problems (neutral point of view stuff) I need to work on.


 * 1) -What are your favorite subjects?
 * My favorite subjects to read about are numerous. I love psychology, astronomy, and technology.  There are parts of history I am very interested in (I have read the article on Charles Martel many times).  Video Games are one of my biggest passions, especially the psychological aspects of them.


 * 1) -Out of the list above, which are you most experienced in?
 * I am probably most experienced in video games and their affects on people. It was what I did numerous papers on in Undergraduate studies and is a topic which I read every scientific study I can get my hands on.


 * 1) -Do you speak any other languages?
 * I've had 4 years of Spanish, but wouldn't say I speak it.


 * 1) -If yes, can you easily translate from that language to English?
 * Oh no.


 * 1) -And back?
 * Certainly not.


 * 1) -Do you travel often?
 * Very often, but unfortunately have yet to travel outside the U.S. Was supposed to go to Ireland this year, but grandparents 70th wedding anniversary ranked a little higher.


 * 1) -Have you ever left your home country?
 * Whoops, answered this above. No.  Well, Puerto Rico, but I count that as part of the U.S.


 * 1) -What is your Education Level?
 * I have a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science. I may as well have gotten a minor in psychology as well (one class shy).


 * 1) -Do you have or are working on any degrees?
 * Bachelors in Comp Sci


 * 1) -Do you read often?
 * Yes, mostly fiction but I'll read the occasional non-fiction, like Grand Theft Childhood and Stop Teaching Our Kids to Kill.


 * 1) -Does the term "I think, therefore I am" interest you?
 * I find Philosophy interesting if that's what you're asking. It's not my favorite topic, but I have a close friend who is getting his doctorate in it, so by proximity I find aspects of it worth talking about.


 * 1) -Is religion an important factor in your life?
 * I am not religious at all. That said, I have no problem reading about religions and can find it to be interesting.  I am especially intrigued with Hinduism.


 * 1) -Do you have opinions which you would fight vigorously for?
 * Net Neutrality. I also abhor censorship.  I frequently call my representatives on issues that concern me.  I believe in most progressive causes but don't like to be too confrontational about them.  I have strongly argued against torture as well.


 * 1) -Do you think that culture is an important characteristic in humanity?
 * I think sociology and psychology are closely linked and I think both are very important. I try to respect other cultures views; for example, I am not terribly upset when I hear about another country that eats dog.  That said, I often find the lack of equal rights and respect for people in certain cultures appalling, though unlike most I am not sure what the proper response is; is it possible to respect their culture when they treat women or a certain caste so poorly?


 * 1) -Do you like the ideal of free knowledge?
 * Absolutely; I feel education and knowledge are the great equalizers for people.


 * 1) -How much time will you be able to give to this program?
 * Right now, I am really enjoying the idea of working on wikipedia, but I won't kid myself; I realize this phase could pass, but I would like to have a cursory impact on this project and contribute something useful. Maybe an hour or two every other day or so on average, often times more.

My indenting messed up your numbering. Sorry!

Minor Tasks
Since I expect that you will be wanting to go forward in the program, here are a few optional tasks you can accomplish.

Tasks

 * See you ask for 5 paragraphs, 1 per page, but I only see 4 pages linked. Wedgiey1 (talk) 13:45, 3 September 2009 (UTC)

''I apologize. I would like four paragraphs not five. Thank you for catching that.'' Marx01  Tell me about it 21:15, 3 September 2009 (UTC)
 * Did the essay too. It's on your talk page. Wedgiey1 (talk) 18:45, 15 September 2009 (UTC)