User talk:Warlordjohncarter~enwiki/Archive Feb 2009

Tom Constanten
Hi Since you added the WikiProject banner to Talk:Tom Constanten well over a year ago: do you happen to have a source for that? The author who originally created the article isn't around anymore, and I couldn't find a source myself when I just tried to doublecheck the recent addition of Tom Constanten to the List of Scientologists. Thanks & Cheers, Amalthea  16:35, 30 December 2008 (UTC)
 * It's been taken care of. Cheers, Amalthea  00:49, 6 January 2009 (UTC)

Thanks re Methodist Circuit
I have put a note of thanks on the Talk page. I have also added the useful automated "start new talk topic" device, but is there a version for article instead of personal Talk pages? Robert of Ramsor (talk) 23:43, 5 January 2009 (UTC)

Speedy deletion of Abbey of Thelema (group)
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Speedy deletion of American Gnostic Church
A tag has been placed on American Gnostic Church requesting that it be speedily deleted from Wikipedia. This has been done under section A7 of the criteria for speedy deletion, because the article appears to be about about a person, organization (band, club, company, etc.) or web content, but it does not indicate how or why the subject is important or significant: that is, why an article about that subject should be included in an encyclopedia. Under the criteria for speedy deletion, such articles may be deleted at any time. Please see the guidelines for what is generally accepted as notable

If you think that this notice was placed here in error, you may contest the deletion by adding  to the top of the page that has been nominated for deletion (just below the existing speedy deletion or "db" tag), coupled with adding a note on the talk page explaining your position, but be aware that once tagged for speedy deletion, if the article meets the criterion it may be deleted without delay. Please do not remove the speedy deletion tag yourself, but don't hesitate to add information to the article that would would render it more in conformance with Wikipedia's policies and guidelines. Lastly, please note that if the article does get deleted, you can contact one of these admins to request that they userfy the article or have a copy emailed to you. Sticky Parkin 02:02, 8 January 2009 (UTC)

John Carter a little assistance if possible.
You mediated a bit on the Avengers membership thread between me and Spshu earlier this year. We are going at it again and I was hoping you could step in once more. I'm sorry if this isn't the correct way to contact you but I am pretty unfamiliar with Wikipedia in general(I only edit the Avengers page). Thanks.SlamBurger (talk) 18:02, 8 January 2009 (UTC)

AfD nomination of American Gnostic Church
I have nominated American Gnostic Church, an article that you created, for deletion. I do not think that this article satisfies Wikipedia's criteria for inclusion, and have explained why at Articles for deletion/American Gnostic Church. Your opinions on the matter are welcome at that same discussion page; also, you are welcome to edit the article to address these concerns. Thank you for your time. Sticky Parkin 19:49, 8 January 2009 (UTC)

Virgo
Thanks for your kind words of support.

I haven't given up completely, but I have realized that if what I propose goes against any policies, it will receive minimal support.

As I suggested on the MfD page, I recommend that we tackle the issue by doing what Google, Live, and Yahoo! images searches have all done already: Create a content filter that can be turned on if so desired. Because of Wikipedia's "no censoring" policy, a default setting of OFF would be required until policies change, but any user would be able to enable this content filter at will.

This could take a few different forms. The first, which I mentioned on the MfD page, is least likely to pass with the administrators, as it would involve adding an option to a user's profile to enable the filter. The reason they would likely attribute is that "by displaying the option, it would appear Wikipedia endorses it".

That brings me to a second implementation: You may have experience using Twinkle or other programs which act as mods to your account. The content filter could be implemented as a mod, thus not needing administrative approval to be added into the profile options.

The filter would, when installed on a user's profile, block any image marked with a certain tag. The filter could even have different options, such as "block public nudity", "block sex", etc., looking for different tags. A second set of options, allowing the user to choose what they consider nudity, might include "genitals", "breasts", "bottoms", "suggestive attire", etc. A final option would allow a user to filter out illustrations in addition to photos. This allows different cultures to define what is actually inappropriate, as I am aware it is customary in Mexico for women to go topless, and other cultures do not even welcome swimsuits.

When blocking, the filter might display a button allowing the user to display the image, and once displayed, change the button to rehide it.

This idea has lots of room yet for improvement, but I am almost positive that it will be a hit, especially among parents.

Now I just need to find a programmer who knows how to program such a filter on Wikipedia.

Thoughts?

Peace, Bob the Wikipedian (talk • contribs) 20:26, 9 January 2009 (UTC)


 * I like your thinking. Essentially, what you've done is invented version 2 of the bot without first creating version 1.  But it can't hurt to imagine all the possibilities.  What can hurt, however, is sitting on this for too long.  I am glad to see someone is on the same page as I am on this issue, and hope that we will work together on the new content filter.  I wonder if there is anyplace to actually request add-ons; it's not a bot, since it would not be tagging anything by itself.  I don't think automated tagging would be appropriate in this case.  In any case, I will see if I can come up with some sort of pseudocode and some shots of what the finished product will look like.  That way, if we find someone who can program the add-on, all we need to do is show them what we want.  If you come up with any more great ideas for the filter, let me know and I'll add them to the pseudocode if I can.


 * I'm debating on keeping the same name as the failing WikiProject when naming the content filter. Virgo is catchy and fairly accurate.  What makes me hesitant to call it Virgo, though, is the reputation which has already been attached.  If it uses a different name, it ought to be short and sweet, in my opinion.  What do you think? Bob the Wikipedian (talk • contribs) 22:10, 9 January 2009 (UTC)


 * The add-on Virgo is officially in its design stage. Feel free to contribute to the project and comment.  Here it is. Bob the Wikipedian (talk • contribs) 23:23, 9 January 2009 (UTC)


 * I've proposed the add-on at the Council in case you would like to express support more publically. Bob the Wikipedian (talk • contribs) 01:07, 10 January 2009 (UTC)

thanks for the links
i'm pretty quick at catching on but i'm still learning the ropes around here. i might try to get more involved with i-p pages, but i need keep a sense of humor about the whole editing thing. emotions run high on both sides. i think i need a nice hot bath and some dark chocolate. :) thanks again, i'm grateful for any advice you can offer. Untwirl (talk) 04:45, 10 January 2009 (UTC)

btw, quick question-

is it ok for someone to follow me to pages they've never participated in before simply to revert my edits? Untwirl (talk) 06:17, 10 January 2009 (UTC)

Proposed deletion of 'Abadilah
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Did I do it right?
I set the wikiproject banner to |category=no, like the template says. Could you check to see if I did it right like that that template can just go away...("go away...far, far away....")  Lighthead  þ 00:22, 21 January 2009 (UTC)

Pope John Paul II
Hello John, We are looking for help on the Pope John Paul II article in order to improve it and raise it to ‘Good Article’ and eventually ‘Featured Article’ status. So, I though I would invite you to take a look. Any help would be much appreciated. Kind Regards     02:21, 21 January 2009 (UTC)

No content in Category:Dab-Class Animation articles
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WikiProject East Timor makeover
Hi,

Since you are the creator of this WikiProject, was wondering what you thought of this makeover created here. I've posted a notice on the WikiProject's talk page here. Let me know what you think, if it is ok with the group to merge the original page to the new one created. Regards. Wiki Raja (talk) 22:34, 25 January 2009 (UTC)

Thanks for tagging articles to Wikiproject Greece
Thanks for that but keep in mind that the project doesn't deal with any subject that may have indirect relation with Greece. Games hold in the Summer Olympics in Athens are not exactly part of the project. The Olympics project can deal better with them. -- Magioladitis (talk) 23:34, 26 January 2009 (UTC)

Mfd re-opened
An Mfd which you participated in has been re-opened. Please see Wikipedia:Miscellany for deletion/Wikipedia:WikiProject Khitan (2nd nomination).--Aervanath (talk) 05:49, 27 January 2009 (UTC)