Wikipedia:Historical archive/New user log/August 2007

Hi! Albert Lim from Malaysia
Just hope to give my 2 cents worth to Wiki...cheers!

Daniel Wickemeyer
Love it!

Long time member, first time poster.
Been a member since somewhere around 2005, but am just now deciding to get active. Considering getting adopted.  marius strom  01:47, 3 August 2007 (UTC)

Hi I am a NOVELL kinda guy and am greatly impressed by the openness by the Wikipedia. I'm so exited to learn from you all

much mahalo

karihaalan (seattle)

Hello
I suppose I will make this short and sweet..by my understanding -)

I would like to start with how I came to discover Wikipedia.com.

I have no idea!

Two ideas come to mind that might answer it.

1. I was tinkering with Linux distros. I think Ubuntu was the copy in, or perhaps knoppix live.

2. I had just had a spiritual awakening, | story on my revelation, and experienced a random event.

I don't know much about Wikipedia..yet. I like the vast amount of knowledge it has given me.

-§-RuMoR 03:09, 4 August 2007 (UTC)

TheArcologist
Hi All,

Have already made a few edits in the past but am excited about getting more involved ahead. I work with government and education in Canada and hope to focus on technology, society and information related posts. Be kind as I learn the ropes!

Cheers! TheArcologist 18:39, 4 August 2007 (UTC)

It's the middle of the night...
''Hey, I'm Kaz. I have been using Wiki for ages but somehow had no idea that the whole world was out there in the wiki community. I think this is the online community i have been looking for. I don't have the first clue of what to do here first and I'm a little overwhelmed, so come and say hello. Please!''

Hello...just introducing myself. I'm a Ph.D. candidate in English, studying William Blake and Kierkegaard.

Jim

Shruti14
Hi, I'm a newer Wikipedian, but I have used Wikipedia a lot, and would love to contribute.

Shruti14 ( talk • contribs ) 15:54, 6 August 2007 (UTC)

Johnny Walthamstow
London.

West Ham United, aviation, military history, air cadets, all sport, Essex County Cricket Club, Tour de France, beer,

Hi:

I have just joined the Wiki club. I am a film buff, run a film society as its Joint Secretary, in Chennai India catering to group of special members interested in viewing what can be termed 'other cinema' from all over the world. Also part of a team or organising committe which conducts an annual International Film Festival, CHENNAI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL - www.chennaifilmfest.org. We are in the 5th year of the event offering festival films from around 30 to 40 countries every year in December. Our 5th CIFF (CHENNAI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL) is slated for Dec 2007. The annual even is a part of a Film Society Movement, righly a Film Society (ICA Foundation) organising such a festival with support from private funds. It is very successful festival and has received accolades and praise from the Print and Electronic Media in the southern part of India.

Im new!
Hi im new to Wikipedia. I know the basic things its just i dont get the buttons at the top! helping make wiki better- dagurlwonder 04:17, 8 August 2007 (UTC)

Hey everyone
I just registered, but I've been editing pages for a while...Time to do it legit.Kgppra17 07:18, 8 August 2007 (UTC)

New guy in Wikiland
I'm a new user trying to find my way around. Particularly as far as contributing. My primary knowledge lies in modeling and simulation, mostly to support training. Robomanx 19:08, 8 August 2007 (UTC)

Hi everyone! :)
I just wanted to drop a quick hello and I'm looking forward to help make the aviation related topics more accurate! :) Meanyhead 21:37, 9 August 2007 (UTC)

piperella
Knowledge of Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Biochemistry, Finance, Inland Revenue (UK), Taxation (UK), Housing (UK), Regeneration, Logic, Mathematics (only slight, never specialised), nutrition, gardening, childbirth and rearing, skiing, Switzerland... where do I stop?

I love reading all sorts from fantasy, sci-fi, biography, autobiography, fact, fiction, anything written basically.

I play the online game 'Joint-Ops' and am always on the net and tweaking my PC both at home and at work.

Piperella 22:28, 9 August 2007 (UTC) piperella

Geronimo20
I am a 65-year old fart feom New Zealand with I suppose considerable knowledge in buddhism, mathematics and naval ships, and an informed lay interest in sustainability, climate change and the politicization of science, and how we can know where the bullshit lies and whether we can do anything about cleaning it up. Geronimo20 09:20, 10 August 2007 (UTC)

Ciao belli! Italian t-boy here
Hello everyone! I'm William (or at least, I'll be in a few years, hopefully...), from Italy, so my english isn't all that great...BUT mine is still a lot better than the average English knowledge, for a boy of my age. I hope I'll get used to all those buttons and things (it took me half an hour just to manage to upload an image, dammit!) and that I'll find interesting people.

I have knowledge in Italy, Italian, FanFiction, Fandoms in general, Anime, Manga, books, movies, and things regarding genders and sexuality.

Ta ta for now!

Rosemarius 13:44, 11 August 2007 (UTC)

wayne carr
hey everyone im wayne, im from australia and just testing this page out...

AydanMykel
Yes, my username's spelled weird, and no, that's not my real name. Aydan is a character I made up. I write. Mostly fanfiction. Time to go edit! bye!

AydanMykel 17:25, 12 August 2007 (UTC)

Radiatopn Physics
University professor of "Medical Physics" at the University of Bologna (Italy), Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, Dept of Physics. Holder of the courses of "Radiation Physics" for Medical Sciences and "Equipment of the radiological area". Gbaldazzi 08:06, 13 August 2007 (UTC)

Manblog
New but old: :D  Peace Dudes

Hi everyone from the Rocky Mountain West!
I am Douglas and my specialties include Aerospace, Tennis, Hockey and Football (the American version!) Hopefully my knowledge will come to use on here some time or another! =) Little Green Crow 19:33, 14 August 2007 (UTC)

Hi all!
Hello, I've just found this page. I'm not really too new (I've been a user for about a month and a half).

I hope to talk to many of my fellow Wikipedians, and contribute as much as I can. That is all, thanks!

Irwyn 05:36, 15 August 2007 (UTC)

hi, I joined after finding so many historical mistakes, now I think I'm just the person to fix up wrong dates ^_^

Hello to everyone,i'mSingamani 09:46, 15 August 2007 (UTC) new to this. Although I used to chant VSN Thousand names of vishnu Vishnu sahasranamamsince 1979 Just only learnt the meaning of each Lord Vishnus name.I like to refer Vikkipedia for this purpose & just want to add this Vishnu sahasranama meaning interpretation introduction is biased in favour of Smartas then sriVaishnavas. when you re talking about smartas intrepretaion talk about them.. when one is talking about [Srivaishnavas] discuss them only Y linking this is smatas way of beliving etc in Srivaishnava area.[srivaishnavas] dont belive in Mayavadam[belief in illusion] ref [Vishishtavaida philosaphy of Sri Bagawat Ramanuja.in http/wwwramanujamission .org&[srinrisimhapriya]. also refer www.ahobilavalli.org for sri vaishnavas meaning.

I was wondering?
How do you create Wikipedia fact page like everyone else does?

Aron Skywalker

sociological theories
What are the sociological theories and their propoundes and how applicable are those theories in or mordern societies. NNAMANI NKECHI B.SC(SOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGY)

It took me two weeks to find this page
And I don't consider myself that dense! Greetings, all. Kosmoshiva 06:00, 17 August 2007 (UTC)


 * It's just taken me two and a half years... Chase me ladies, I&#39;m the Cavalry 23:01, 19 October 2007 (UTC)

Unicycle77
Hey everyone! Nice to finally get myself a real account. I've spent a lot of time lurking and verifying content accuracy, but I haven't gotten much into editing until now.

For those who are curious, I do indeed ride a unicycle. I can't figure out the backwards thing for the life of me, but I can ride forwards for decent distances. I'm hoping to eventually get into mountain unicycling or possibly learn to ride a giraffe unicycle.

Unicycle77 19:57, 17 August 2007 (UTC)

Memoir Writing
Hello everyone, writing to introduce myself as long long time Wikipedia reader, first time "editor" (do they have a special name?) I am interested in adding to content about helping people to write their memoirs, life stories, etc.

Regards, Kristen Kuhns Eravita, Inc. Minaksk 16:42, 18 August 2007 (UTC)http://www.storyofmylife.com/kristenk

== Dr D P Singh

Dr. D. P. Singh was born at Hoshiarpur (Punjab)India. He has obtained M. Sc. Degree in Physics from Punjab University, Chandigarh in 1978. He was awarded Ph.D. Degree in Acoustics (Physics) by Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar in 1986. At present, he is working as a Lecturer (Selection Scale) in Physics at Govt. Shivalik College, Naya Nangal. He has 28 years of experience of teaching degree classes at College / University level.

RESEACHER

With 70 research papers in the field of Acoustics to his credit, Dr. Singh is a scientist of International repute. He has participated in 40 International / National conferences / seminars etc. in his field of expertise, within India and abroad. He has the honour of representing India at London (U.K.) in 1987, Shanghai (China) in 1988, Hongkong in 1988 and Edmonton (Canada) in 2006 in International conferences / seminars.

Dr. Singh has Chaired an International Conference on Physics at Jalpaiguri (W.B.) in 1993 and also Chaired a National Seminar on Ultrasonics at Amritsar in 1989. He has authored a book titled “Ultrasonics-The Inaudible Sounds” for Indian National Science Academy, New Delhi.

SCIENCE POPULARISER AND WRITER Apart from being a dedicated teacher and a keen researcher, Dr. D. P. Singh is a well-known Science Populariser and Environmental activist of Punjab. Till date, he has authored 18 books in this field. His books have been published by Language Dept. Punjab, Patiala; Punjabi University, Patiala; Punjab State University Text Book Board, Chandigarh; National Book Trust, New Delhi; Publication Division, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, New Delhi, and Singh Brothers, Amritsar. Dr. Singh has authored / published 7 books for general readers (‘Laser Rays’, ‘C.V. Raman’, ‘Vigyan Prapatian ate Masle’, ‘Dharam ate Vigyan’, ‘Bhavikh di Pairh’, ‘Vatavarni pardushan’ and ‘Ultrasonics-The Inaudible Sounds’). He has written / published 7 books for children (‘Satrang’, ‘Teleprinter’, ‘Sapat Rishi’, ‘Dhartie Ruk Ja’, ‘Punjab de Dareya’, ‘Robot, Manukh ate Kudrat’ and ‘Ajab hae Raat da Amber’). He has translated 4 books from English to Punjabi (3 for PSUTBB, CHD & 1 for NBT, New Delhi). He has authored about 1000 articles in Punjabi, Hindi and English languages on various aspects of Science, Environment and Religion. His articles have been published in various reputed newspapers, magazines and edited books. He has authored about one dozen entries for the Children Encyclopedia being published by Punjabi University, Patiala.

About 50 of his Radio Programs on Science have been broadcast by All India Radio, Jalandhar, Ajj Di Awaz Radio (Canada), Desh Punjab Radio (Canada) and AVR Media Productions, Canada. He has also participated in the Science Programmes of D.D. Punjabi & Door-Darshan Jalandhar. He has acted as a Resource Person in several Workshops on Science Communication organized by PSCST, Chandigarh. He has organised ‘State Seminar on Science Writing in Punjabi’ in 1995 and a ‘Training Workshop of Science Communicators’ in 1998 at Govt. Shivalik College, Naya Nangal with financial help from Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, Chandigarh.

SCIENCE FICTION WORKS

Dr. D. P. Singh has published 35 Science Fiction stories in various newspapers and magazines of Punjabi, Hindi and English. He has published three Science Fiction books (in Punjabi) for Children: Satrang (Seven Colours) in 1991, Dhartie Ruk Ja! (Stop Earth!) in 1995 and Robot, Manukh ate Kudrat (Robot, Man and Nature) in 1997. Another Science Fiction book (in English) for Children is under publication.

Dr. Singh has edited / published one Science Fiction book (in Punjabi) for General Readers: Bhawikh di Pairh (Footprints of the Future) in 2003. For his outstanding work in Children Literature, Dr. Singh has been awarded “Sarvotam Bal Sahit Purskar” twice by Language Department, Punjab in 1991 and 1997 for his Science Fiction books  “Satrang” and “Robot, Manukh ate Kudrat” respectively. HONOURS

·	Indian Science Writers’ Association, New Delhi has honoured Dr. D. P. Singh with ‘ISWA SAMMAN’ for his longstanding contribution to popularisation of Science, in Sept.2003

·	Punjabi Sath, Lambrhan (JLD) has honoured Dr. D. P. Singh with ‘Principal Trilochan Singh Bhatia (Childern Literature and Gian Vigyan) Award’ in Feb. 2001.

·	Language Dept. Punjab has honoured Dr. D. P. Singh with ‘Dr. M. S. Randhawa (Gian Sahit) Award’ for his book ‘Vigyan Prapatian ate Masle’ in 2000.

·	Language Dept. Punjab has also honoured Dr. Singh with ‘Sarvotam Bal Sahit Pustak Purskar’ twice, for his books ‘Satrang’ and ‘Robot, Manukh ate Kudrat’ in 1991 and 1997 resp.

·	Sahit Rang Gathan, Chandigarh has honoured Dr. D. P. Singh with ‘Hanibal Sahit Rattan Purskar’ for his book ‘C. V. Raman-Life and Times’ in 1994.

e-mail : drdpsn@hotmail.com `````` —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Drdpsn (talk • contribs).

Learning Enterprises
We are new to the wiki world and look forward to posting more about our organization Learningenterprises 20:47, 19 August 2007 (UTC)

Hi, not sure that I will add much, but like the concept of Wikepedia.. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Tora98 (talk • contribs).

Dragon Rose Pankaj Maithil. 00:51, 20 August 2007 (UTC)
Heyyy,,,

No clues whazz happining, just trying to post a message over here. Help if anyones successful..

PM —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Pmaithil (talk • contribs).

Hi, my username is eddiehu. I'm an Actuary, living in Southern California, Anaheim, Orange County to be exact.

My main interest is working on a Software Engineering website, founded by my wife and a colleague of hers, both of whom are on the Computer Science faculty of a local university. My wife has coauthored a book on Software Engineering which will be published this September and the website will build upon this book. I have been involved with several software projects in my work, which have enhanced my interest in Software Engineering.

I am impressed by the software tools tables in the Wikipedia article "Comparison of revision control software". Who are the primary editors and contributors, and how did you get so much software tool specific information? Were questionaires sent to the software vendors?

These tables are very useful, as I have been told by several software developers. I would like to help create similar tables for other types of software tools, such as Requirements Analysis and Static Analysis.

Sincerely,

eddiehu,

Eddiehu 02:37, 20 August 2007 (UTC)

Rated JBR
Hello!!! I'm a long-time wikipedia reader. I'm here to edit articles about wrestlers, events, celebs. I'm reading about current events, celebrities, famous people, fiction and reality. If there are lack of info, I have to add info that I knew well. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Jbr999 (talk • contribs).

New user
I'm a technical type in the process of changing careers to life-sciences, specifically regenerative medicine, of which Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy is a subset. Coming from a non-life-science background means that I am coming to this as a layman, with the purpose of developing SECONDARY RESEARCH, assessing the voluminous primary research being produced at such a rate that it isn't integrated into practical applications, often for decades. I've used wikipedia often in the past, but recently saw it's founder in an interview, and realized I'd better take some wiki-responsibility in the area that I am focusing on, as I become more knowledgeable, and if and when I find useful contributions that can be made.

Thirty years ago in college I combined courses in computer science (Compiler Theory, Theory of Language, Artificial Intelligence) with philosopy (Dr. Diamondopolous, dean of Cornell dept of philosophy taught an overview of ancient Greeks) to arrive at a vague but romantic theory of collective computer-mediate intelligence, that the ARPA net was forming a system for problem-solving in answer to the collective threat posed to humankind by new technologies (nuclear, biological) that cannot be resolved otherwise. In other words, a collective known as "mankind" was seeing that it's hope for survival was networking.

It still appears to be the case. My worst fear is biological warfare. I'm not in a position to help in that regard at the moment. My other focus is on the disease of aging. Family events have directed me instead to neuroregeneration, specifically treating brain injury. Certain therapies appear promising, such as stem cell and hyperbaric oxygen.

I am partner in a Hyperbaric Oxygen clinic in Sacramento, California, treating both conventional (wounds, carbon monoxide poisoning, necrosis, plastic surgery) and non-conventional indications, such as RSD, stroke, traumatic brain injury, anoxic brain injury, cerebral palsy, and lymes disease. Mgreenham 21:14, 20 August 2007 (UTC)

DCPM
Ahoy there. I'm a new user from South Africa and would like to add info about a bunch of bands that I work with... —The preceding unsigned comment was added by DCPM (talk • contribs).

Hello...
I'm Jim Rovira. Been here since 2005 but only really contributing lately, and largely on William Blake. Currently writing my diss on Blake. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by Jrovira (talk • contribs).

kellypatricia
Interested in libraries, librarianship, zines, library-based art programs, apple pie, linoleum block prints, and tesla. Kellypatricia 13:31, 23 August 2007 (UTC)

Janus8463
Greetings everyone, although I didn't see this and I've already started editing grammer and typing mistakes. It would be nice to have some kind of custom spell check for suggestion. Well, I'll just continue using and improving this great site. Cheers.Janus8463 00:58, 24 August 2007 (UTC)

It's Me Daniella!
Hi,I'm totally new at this so -how in the world do you find another user that you can start a discussion with? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Daniella95 (talk • contribs) 04:28, August 24, 2007 (UTC)

Hi everybody

Hello everyone my name is Darkhalen

Mmorfe
Hi: I am an active octogenarian, former WII Veteran, rated military pilot, 46 combat missions in the Asiatic south pacific, Degree in Electrical Engineering. Worked over 45 years in the aerospace industry and for the last 20 of those years, was an international marketing manager for General Motors/Hughes Electronics. Since retiring, taught computer business applications at UCLA Extension College until the end of 2006.

Now working on my wife's honey-do-list, which is about 6 feet long and also building cabinets in the garage, walking 4 miles every other day, reading suspense novels, shopping at Home Depot and Harbor Freight, eating out every evening, schmoozing with neighbors, exchanging jokes on the internet, taking care of the pool, applying ant poison every month, traveling across country occasionally to visit relatives, and following all the major sports.

Thats it in a nutshell.

Mmorfe 00:20, 25 August 2007 (UTC) (Fred)

Meat Eating Orchid
hi! just popped in. will contribute anything that comes to mind as i see a need. found wikipedia i think, by just browsing about the web.

Meat Eating Orchid 09:07, 26 August 2007 (UTC) Meat Eating Orchid

Doo Wops
I have a forty five rpm record by a group called the Swan's it's call "Will you belive in me", on all the Doo Wop web site I've looked on I've never seen them listed, also I've read that this forty five in excellant condition is worth abouth twenty five hundred dollars.CGreenberg001 01:05, 27 August 2007 (UTC)

Cat_Lover_4113
Hello. I joined 28th August, 2007.

I live in South Australia, Australia, (used to live in Alice Springs, as said on my user page).

I like reading books, posting on several internet forums I belong to, watching House, M.D., and of course, love cats :)

One of my favourite movies is Dead Poets Society, and already after watching it three times in one week, (no kidding *grins*), I have written poetry, started a piece of fanfiction, and started a fanvideo.

I don't know much of the projects that are worked on on Wikipedia, but I did join so I could edit articles if I felt I could contribute more to this online encyclopedia.

I found out about Wikipedia, most probably through a search engine, also most possibly through reading journal articles.

Cat

I have four paws, whiskers, and a tail &lt;^..^&gt; 10:55, 28 August 2007 (UTC)

New here and excited to be here
I'm new here, but I've always wanted to write. Hopefully, I can add information that will be useful and enjoyable for everyone

Bsolue 14:09, 28 August 2007 (UTC)

I am glad to be a member/user of this knowledge facility! —Preceding unsigned comment added by Cynthia luz p.rivera (talk • contribs) 01:13, August 29, 2007 (UTC)

hello i m new user. please help me how to use —Preceding unsigned comment added by Raunak Das (talk • contribs) 09:28, August 29, 2007 (UTC)

feels like the very first time...
i dunno enough about much to make edits, but a couple of entries might happen! Devoid83 13:26, 29 August 2007 (UTC)

bgoldnyxnet
Hi, I'm an occasional editor. I have created a few articles, updated some here and there when I see typos or factual errors. In some of the articles I created, I'm afraid I'm guilty of what is called "original research". That is, I will add material that I personally witnessed or that is widely known and not disputed in the Science Fiction fan community. I'm not real big on controversy, so I've tended to stay away from the more contentious pages, even when I think I might have something to contribute. Maybe someday when I have more time...Bgoldnyxnet 18:29, 29 August 2007 (UTC)

GRD, Corp. is a Full Service Restaurant / Kitchen Food Service and Laundry Consulting Group. It is our mission and our philosophy to create restaurant and kitchen designs that are true extensions of the environment. Each design taking a step toward the goal of simple perfection. The GRD design ideal manifests itself through exceptional engineering and innovative thinking. Genuine. Reliable. Dedicated. Our commitment to our customers extends far beyond the restaurants and kitchens we design. The cornerstone of our customer service is our global team of dedicated professionals who will help you with any question, concern you may have about your project. GRD, Corp. is a unique design firm.

You will meet with a design director for one hour. Tell us all about your project and what you're looking for in growth and budget. By the end of the hour we'll know what you and your team will need... than the fun begins!

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Phone Number: (818) 706-7778 Toll Free Phone Number: (800) 503-7177 Fax Number: (818) 706-7701 —Preceding unsigned comment added by 207.181.9.149 (talk) 18:48, August 29, 2007 (UTC)

Beingtaste 23:43, 29 August 2007 (UTC)== Hi, I need social interaction. HAH! ==

Everything site is blocked at my place of employment except this and dicctionary.com it took me awhile to even find these. I use this site now religously, but my cubicle gets lonely. Talk to me friends. :)

-LauraAnn —Preceding unsigned comment added by Beingtaste (talk • contribs) 23:36, August 29, 2007 (UTC)

A warm hello to all!
Hi, I have joined Wikipedia mainly because I want to create a page about our exciting, village, Nov 5th celebrations, Which is know as "Fireshow'. We would like to share the culture, creations, acting and arts involved and would like to be able to link with various other such productions and themes arond the UK and maybe even the world! Paulwarne 18:32, 30 August 2007 (UTC)

Blanche Poubelle
My experience is in researching and teaching politics (the state, social movements), political economy, US and state tax policy, immigration, inequality, social mobility, health care, the Fair Trade movement, and environmental justice (so far focusing on nuclear waste siting); so these are the main areas in which I expect I might contribute to Wikipedia. I often approach these topics with comparative (cross-national and historical) research, and my primary geographic specialty areas are the U.S. and Sweden, and secondarily the EU, Latin America, and Canada. As well, I might contribute to entries on some social science research methods (interview, participant-observation, quantitative, archival), and critical theory, feminist theory, and Marxist theory. I really appreciate the public-spiritedness of Wikipedia, and my goals here are to learn how to edit and use Wikipedia with more technical proficiency, and, especially because my research experience tends to involve controversial topics, to learn how to avoid unproductive exchanges without submitting to bullying. I've been vaguely familiar with Wikipedia for a while; but I find that many of my college students start with Wikipedia, so I started taking an interest in what it was they were starting with. Now if I can only get them to follow the citations in Wikipedia, instead of just citing Wikipedia! Blanche Poubelle 18:11, 31 August 2007 (UTC)