User talk:Devisch

Welcome to Wikipedia!

I'm glad your initial experience didn't sour you toward Wikipedia, and I hope it didn't sour you against me. You'll have a lot of fun here, once you learn the ropes.

One thing we like to tell newcomers is to be bold. By this we mean don't be afraid to join the rest of us in improving the articles you see here. Most Wikipedians are friendly and patient, willing to give you the same respect you give them, no matter who they are or how long they've been here.

If you're the type who likes to start out small and learn the ropes by fixing typos, voting, or just browsing, that's fine, too. It certainly helps to avoid conflicts with other users if you learn the ins and outs before making major changes. If it's a big edit or a controversial issue, you may want to look at the article's talk page to see if the issue has been discussed in the past, or to post a message to see what other editors think about your proposed change before you make it. It's important to cite references and set personal points of view aside. If you plan on creating a new article, it's a good idea to check the "What links here" link on the left side of the blank page to see if it was already created and deleted in the past.

Here are some links you might find helpful:
 * User tutorial
 * Help desk
 * Policy on maintaining a neutral point of view
 * Policy for content when editing articles and creating new ones
 * Tips for settling disputes

I hope this information is useful to you, and I'm looking forward to seeing your contributions. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me for help. Kafziel 02:54, 9 May 2006 (UTC)