Wikipedia:Editor review/Singlish speaker

Singlish_speaker
Hi :) I've been a Wikipedian for over a year now, but only really been active of late. (This month, I went on holiday for over a week and still managed to double my editcount for last month.) I'm kinda shy, and most comfortable doing minor edits, but I'd like to change that. After all, in the past I've dedicated 2 or more hours a day to various online pursuits. I'm trying to find the most efficient way to use that time for Wikipedia.

Many people have recently asked me why I "do Wikipedia- after all it's stupid and wrong cause I added 'your mom' to 27 articles..." I didn't really know how to answer the question. After thought, I guess it's because I believe in free information, in open source technology, in something where everyone can have their say and events can be covered in real time. A place where my age need not be an impediment. And I'd like to give more to this ideal, which is why I'd like feedback. Singlish  Speªker ♪♫ 06:06, 25 January 2010 (UTC)

 Questions


 * 1) What are your primary contributions to Wikipedia? Are there any about which you are particularly pleased? Why?
 * Um... I've created two articles, neither of which I'm really proud of (both are pretty much unsourced) ; done a little bit around WP:AFC, and some huggling, and that's it.
 * 1) Have you been in any disputes over editing in the past or do you feel other users have caused you stress? How have you dealt with it and how will you deal with it in the future?
 * No, I don't think so. There was one with User:Fallbaby11 but I failed at trying to be nice. In the future? Probably try to be diplomatic- to a certain extent, of course. It's hard for me to get very involved in any conflict as I'm constantly being called away from the computer...:P. But if I do, I'll try my best not to act my age.
 * No, I don't think so. There was one with User:Fallbaby11 but I failed at trying to be nice. In the future? Probably try to be diplomatic- to a certain extent, of course. It's hard for me to get very involved in any conflict as I'm constantly being called away from the computer...:P. But if I do, I'll try my best not to act my age.

 Reviews 


 * I think you're off to a good start. Do of course always keep in mind WP:V, and always be prepared to source statements, however difficult. Good places to get involved are WP:AfD and wikiprojects. I've seen you around in AfC a bit and I think that it might be good for you to do some work there more often, or get involved in something you really like.  fetch  comms  ☛ 01:24, 26 January 2010 (UTC)


 * Singlish Speaker, when I first saw your username at the MOTD I found it rather funny. :P But that's not important but anyway, back to the topic. Since I'm relatively new to things like vandalism-fighting, I won't comment on that. :) However, I must say that the references for both of your articles were insufficient.

First, you need more than one third-party source. Remember that depending on first-party sources may lead to a lack of NPOV and a notability dispute. Also, remember to include things like the publisher, author, publishing date (if OK) and other info. Only this way can people look at your sources and say, 'ah, OK, this article doesn't need additional citations.'

Secondly, you must remember to use inline citations whenever it's possible. For example, the history sections of both articles are unreferenced. You must provide the sources; otherwise, nobody will believe you.

Finally, don't use peacock words (it performs well academically). These do nothing to increase the school notability since everyone can have different definitions of 'well'. Notability is very important in Wikipedia articles, so you must prove that the schools are notable as well.

Thanks for taking your time to read this comment.  Kayau  Voting  IS   evil 04:49, 17 February 2010 (UTC)


 * No, thank you for taking the time to review me :) I was pretty new when I made those articles; the sources are, well, the school websites. That doesn't count as a source on WP, so I was kinda stuck with sourceless articles. I actually have no way to say whether these schools are notable; I'd guess as of now they aren't, so I wouldn't be too upset if they were deleted.
 * (Oh, and about my username- I was just annoyed that Majulah Singapura was taken, as that was my username for just about everything else. Now I don't like either, but can't be bothered requesting a namechange.) SS  ✞(Kay) 05:57, 17 February 2010 (UTC)