Marc Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 Started one of these ages ago, but guess its seriously out of date these days as we have had members come and go over the past few years. So now I thought it would be a good time to start a new one. We all know on here people like to help each other. I know personally I have helped people with computers, and also had others help me with my car, moving things, building things, knowledge about things and more. So how about we see how we can help each other? Ya never know you might find someone in your area who can do something for you, that needs something you can do in return. Please ensure you tell us where you are. So I'll start. Here is the knowledge I have and Im in NW, UK: Computer Hardware - I know a fair amount about this, however I am primarily a software guy. Will generally have an idea and be able to point in the right direction even if its something I cant do myself. Computer Software - This I do know about. Primarily windows stuff (for now LOL) but can generally help with most issues. Software Development - I am a software developer by trade, so can generally help with pretty much anything. Accountancy - I am a part qualified accountant. So although not practicing at moment (and therefore out of date on some things), I do know the general rules & regulations of UK and European accountancy. I know a fair amount about personal taxation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparks Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 I'm in South Wales Computer hardware: pretty good at this, can give advice, and install hardware pretty simple really. Computer software: well i am a software engineer, although I think I know more about the hardware side of things at the moment but with a little time i should be quite handy with code, they have me doing all sorts at the moment. Engineer: im a qualified electronic and communications engineer so anything electronic im pretty good at, pcb designs ect then I can help General knowledge is pretty good, and I like to help with anything really, you just need to ask Sent from my GT-I9100 Sent from my GT-I9100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claire82 Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 I'm in suffolk I know hardly anything about everything! Lol im a social worker for adults 18+ including pld, ppd, dementia, mental health, transitions, care homes, benefits etc. Im more than happy to answer question if I can or signpost you if I can't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Posted August 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 I'm in suffolk I know hardly anything about everything! Lol im a social worker for adults 18+ including pld, ppd, dementia, mental health, transitions, care homes, benefits etc. Im more than happy to answer question if I can or signpost you if I can't Hey dont put yaself down .. Ya know more about that than me and no doubt a lotta people on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueWolf Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 Weird. I thought of posting the exact same thread earlier today I'm all the way in the Netherlands so it's not easy to physically meet each other. I live on the internet however so it shouldn't be hard to reach me, lol. Wouldn't say I'm an expert in all of them but when I think of a list of things I wouldn't mind helping people with/give support/advice for, then that list would be the following: Programming - I program in Python quite often and I also know html, css, Javascript and PHP and often build random sites. Video stuff - I film and edit stuff quite frequently. I've learned a lot about video stuff, video cameras, file formats, how to cope with them and all the tinny little tricks you can use to get the right shots. Both for the actual filming part as for the editing part. Photographing - Same as for the videos, you can ask me anything related to DSLRs. Camera functions, RAW files and other related things. Photoshopping (with GIMP) - Not same as the previous. Done some quite a useful and also strange editing with GIMP and I still do once in a while just because for the fun of it Linux - Though kind of uncommon to talk about here, it's worth adding to the list Familiar with Linux both on the desktop as on a server. Mostly Ubuntu for now though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed #5 Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 Well, seems as if we've got the technical crew responding mostly. PC Hardware relatively competent, I've been working with and around it since the early '70s Programming now odds and ends in Visual Basic, since I'm retired it's just a play toy. Made my living from the early 70's thru the 90's programming, primarily business apps in COBOL. Have done some C so I recognize it, some FORTRAN and some RPG & RPG II ( don't even ask - I won't touch it!! ) Jack of all trades and master of nothing! Everyone knows something that others don't. [MENTION=1]Marc[/MENTION], this is a great idea! [MENTION=8237]Claire82[/MENTION] - since I've recently placed my mother in a home here in the states, I may just come cry on your shoulder and beg some information if you don't mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austinville Posted August 5, 2012 Report Share Posted August 5, 2012 I'm the editor of a small newspaper in Iowa and will help write/edit any news releases you might want published........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazz Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I'm in eastern Iowa, near the Mighty Mississippi. I'm a writer; technical writer to be exact. I use Adobe FrameMaker exclusively for authoring, SolidWorks and Adobe Illustrator for illustrations, and Adobe Acrobat Pro for pre-press. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osinn11 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I've worked in electronics for over 15 years. Primarily Purchasing, part chasing and cable assembly work. Very expierenced with Sugar gliders. Spend plenty of time at the local Motocross track running the finish line and in years past have also been a swin Instructor, Lifeguard, and Bouncer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osinn11 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Those of you that do programming might get a kick out of this....the company I work for is still using Cobalt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I'm in the midlands, UK I'm quite hand with the office suite, in particular Excel and word... will have a think on anything else Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Tao&Sky Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I'm an old fart and can give lessons on how to be grumpy if it helps..........Ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I'm a Sequence Analyst at the BMW Mini factory in Oxford U.K. Sounds like something the FBI and CIA do but nothing so exciting I just sit in front of 6 PC's and make sure that everything is moving in it's correct sequence around the factory. Unfortunately this has no "Real world" applications outside of the job itself. I used to be a Projectionist ant the cinema. did that for nearly 20 years. (awesome job ) and was a Manager of a BP petrol station for a few years. If any of these jobs has experience you can draw upon feel free to ask. Photoshop I'm just about (barely) competent with Photoshop and can help with editing pictures or doing Photshoppy stuff to pics creating signature banners and things like that. Computer 'n' Stuff. I've been using therm since 1979 when I got my first commodore Vic 20. I've Built a few over the years for myself. however there are far more knowledgable peeps on here than me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosemary Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 [MENTION=1354]Andy[/MENTION], I saw the BMW Oxford plant on Megafactories the other day - very, very impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed #3 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 iam a groundworker/excavator driver, qualified FA coach, and custom bike builder, part time tattooist, full time punk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 (edited) @Andy, I saw the BMW Oxford plant on Megafactories the other day - very, very impressive. Thankyou we're all really proud and amazed at how the Mini has recaptured the publics enthusiasm for the brand. I've been there for 12 years now Both on the line and in an office job. I was also there when it was Rover back in the 80's spot welding the shells together. (glad I'm not doing that any more . . . all done by robots now ) Edited August 6, 2012 by Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosemary Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Thankyou we're all ready proud and amazed at how the Mini has recaptured the publics enthusiasm for the brand. I've been there for 12 years now Both on the line and in an office job. I was also there when it was Rover back in the 80's spot welding the shells together. (glad I'm not doing that any more . . . all done by robots now ) It is a really great car - my daughter's friend has one, and her number plate says 'mini me' - she is small and cute, just like her car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mydiamond Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 (edited) I'm just a student so might not be much help but I'm very experienced with clear water fishes (can't remember a day in my life when I don't have fishes!) especially kois I can even tell which koi is show quality and which one is not LOL that's not too useful but oh well so if anyone have questions about clear water fishes I might be able to help I know a little about breeding them too... other than that I know a whole lot about my own country anyone that wants to pay a visit and have questions, I might be able to answer some EDIT: I'm in Malang, East Java, Java Island, Indonesia that's 1.5 hours plane trip to Bali Edited August 6, 2012 by mydiamond Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stormy Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I live in East Yorkshire soon to be West Yorkshire and i am a Hairdresser by trade but going to get into other things soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tracey8 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 lol i feel pretty useless reading this, only thing i have done is been a mum and a husky mum , my husband has been a carpenter for the last 20 years and now doing close protection security, so if you need a bodyguard or a house building he will better use than me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stranger Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 i am pretty much into EVERYTHING. ive worked admin, newspaper advertising sales, supermarket store duty manager, next sales assistance, travel consultant, sainsburys, resourcer, and now O&M coordinator (Construction) my works revolve around admin so am pretty good with Office Hobbies consist with all things craft related, along with photography, Motorbikes and cars, and a passion for animals. I dont specialise in anything but i am a research boffin and will do lots of research to give you an answer. problem solver and apparently good listener. and tend to things about everything and nothing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stranger Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 i am pretty much into EVERYTHING. ive worked admin, newspaper advertising sales, supermarket store duty manager, next sales assistance, travel consultant, sainsburys, resourcer, and now O&M coordinator (Construction) my works revolve around admin so am pretty good with Office Hobbies consist with all things craft related, along with photography, Motorbikes and cars, and a passion for animals. I dont specialise in anything but i am a research boffin and will do lots of research to give you an answer. problem solver and apparently good listener. and tend to know things about everything and nothing and cant spell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hyshqa Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 Er, I'm into my marine mammal training....if anyone needs help with their unruly dolphin give me a call....? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julie4 Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 ...And I can look mostly after horses and dogs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emma Posted August 6, 2012 Report Share Posted August 6, 2012 I've spent the past 11 years working with the under five's. Can't work miracles but can offer advice if required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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