If the answer posted by latter PPer is really enhacing the thread, it will be a great knowlegde sharing among the PPers. It will be very usefull for others in their future undertaking with improvising the skill.
One will appreciate the other regardless of continent, nation, race or religion.
Regards.
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21 years
Member for21 years
Submitted by Philip Jonker on Fri, 2005-06-17 11:44
I agree with you, but ppers should take some time and think about their postings, when someting is two years old, and the problem has been rectified, maybe answer if you can find a better solution. Dont just shoot of the hip and find out later the guy you shot was your compatriot.
Some of the old threads are interesting and I spend some of my time reading them. Therefore deletion is not the answer.
Regards
Philip
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22 years 7 months
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Submitted by Dayanidhi Dhandapany on Fri, 2005-06-17 10:55
Wow!! what a reply, especially on the term "You never know how an old discussion may spark a new idea". So anybody can discuss on anything as long as the discussion is on the topic.
Cheers!!!
Daya
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22 years 11 months
Member for22 years11 months
Submitted by Bernard Ertl on Fri, 2005-06-17 10:43
IMO, there is no problem in posting to an old thread as long as the message is on topic. You never know how an old discussion may spark a new idea.
The beauty of a forum is that discussions may span long periods of time and be open to all, unlike a live conversation or internet chat where participation is limited to individuals who are present at a specific period in time.
If it is the case then what is the solution, all answered threads to be identified by PP Admin and lock the threads?. then the next issue would be how to identify or classify that the thread is ready for locking?. who will advise(may be moderators!!)PP Admin.........
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Submitted by Sukumaran Suba… on Thu, 2005-06-16 22:29
Can other PPers have the emicon too. The best way is PP Admin prepare list of emicons and let the PPers to choose their preferences from the list. Just to enhance our post.
We now have the fifth member to your team. Ron Winter was one of the first guys to offer to help us all out. We have included him as one of the team. Welcome to Ron and many thanks to you all.
We will now handover control of the forum admin duties to you guys. Let us know what you need from us.
There are still a few bugs in the forum and we have a whole list of development suggestions to implement.
We have created a Private Forum Category in which you / we can make posts and discuss issues?
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22 years 10 months
Member for22 years10 months
Submitted by Ronald Winter on Thu, 2003-06-12 11:37
I also volunteered to moderate via a direct email but obviously, wasn’t accepted. I never heard back one way or the other.
Question? Do you think that it is appropriate to be talking back and forth between the three/four of you about a private administrative matter that only you can see on a permanent bulleting board? Wouldn’t a direct email work better and not confuse the rest of us?
On the subject of cookies, PP only assigns a cookie when a user logs in AND the user requests that the system remembers the user name and password, by clicking the "Remember my Login ID" - thus a cookie is created.
As far as I can recall, all of ther functions on the site utilise things called "session variables" rather than cookies.
I am logged on (hopefully) and I dont see any edit button. I also leave quite a few anonymous messages while I am logged-on as well. Perhaps it would help to know that I dont allow cookies. I guess that PP is only for those who accept cookies. Perhaps you should list this requirement in the sign-up page.
Glad it works. Can I leave it to you guys to sort out some guidelines etc - we can post it on a "Guidelines Page" if you wish.
It is up to you how you make changes. Perhaps we can change the script to create some alternative tag (similar to the bold tag) that you could use to show your edits in red or something ?
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22 years 11 months
Member for22 years11 months
Submitted by Bernard Ertl on Wed, 2003-06-11 22:09
The script changes were made to allow the Edit Buttons to be shown but we have a further member-related security flag in the edit script that checks some things too. This has been altered too.
It now works ok (I think). James, you are absolutely correct - Mark
We have made some forum script changes such that when you are logged-in and you look at the messages within the forum you should now see an "Edit" button next to each message (woohey). This should allow you to edit the "Subject" and the "Message Body". It is a little primitive, but its a start.
For now at least, it will allow you to edit any of the forum messages in any of the forum categories - max flexibility for you heroes !
It was suggested that we place a MVP Page that shows the sites MVPs (Most Valued Planner!!?) picture and a paragraph about that person. If that appeals to you, email out your passport-sized picture, plus a few lines about yourself/expertise, personal website/company email address (if you wish) etc. We will talk more about how we show this on the site later.
On behalf of the team, thanks for your continued support.
If you would like an "emicon" to appear against you posts, drop us that on an email too.
Thanks for your kind offers. Between us (and other future volunteers) I am sure we can get this forum really moving.
We will shortly make the script changes to allow all users to be able to edit their own posts with the added functionality that the moderators can edit anyones posts in any of the forums they choose. It has also been suggested that we post some "Forum Rules" - the following have been suggested...
1. No spam. PP already has sections for listing software, consulting services and job opportunities.
2. Keep conversations civil. This is a professional forum. (Note: this is not a problem right now, but would need to be in a policy statement if moderators are to be able to intervene should the need arise)
3. No cross (double) posting. Post once in the most appropriate forum. Double posts in multiple forums should be deleted.
We will get onto this very shortly. Thanks for your continued support and group assistance.
I am willing to assist. My main topic areas initially would be Planning and Scheduling (toolset independant),Work Definition (wbs and associated dictionaries), Training, and Generic Project Mgt/related EVM issues. Not sure how much time I can give and it would fluctuate depending on current workload.
Member for
20 years 8 monthsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
If the answer posted by latter PPer is really enhacing the thread, it will be a great knowlegde sharing among the PPers. It will be very usefull for others in their future undertaking with improvising the skill.
One will appreciate the other regardless of continent, nation, race or religion.
Regards.
Member for
21 yearsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
Hi Bernard,
I agree with you, but ppers should take some time and think about their postings, when someting is two years old, and the problem has been rectified, maybe answer if you can find a better solution. Dont just shoot of the hip and find out later the guy you shot was your compatriot.
Some of the old threads are interesting and I spend some of my time reading them. Therefore deletion is not the answer.
Regards
Philip
Member for
22 years 7 monthsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
Dear Bernard,
Wow!! what a reply, especially on the term "You never know how an old discussion may spark a new idea". So anybody can discuss on anything as long as the discussion is on the topic.
Cheers!!!
Daya
Member for
22 years 11 monthsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
IMO, there is no problem in posting to an old thread as long as the message is on topic. You never know how an old discussion may spark a new idea.
The beauty of a forum is that discussions may span long periods of time and be open to all, unlike a live conversation or internet chat where participation is limited to individuals who are present at a specific period in time.
Bernard Ertl
eTaskMaker Project Planning Software
Member for
22 years 7 monthsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
If it is the case then what is the solution, all answered threads to be identified by PP Admin and lock the threads?. then the next issue would be how to identify or classify that the thread is ready for locking?. who will advise(may be moderators!!)PP Admin.........
Member for
20 years 8 monthsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
Philip,
Let we wake up together and answer all the threads still open for posting. Regardless of the age.
Be Cool!!!
Regards.
Member for
21 yearsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
Hi Suku,
Catch a wake up, the post is two and a half years old
Member for
20 years 8 monthsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
PP Admin,
Can other PPers have the emicon too. The best way is PP Admin prepare list of emicons and let the PPers to choose their preferences from the list. Just to enhance our post.
Regards.
Member for
16 years 9 monthsRE: Moderator Administrative Testing
Hi again Tamara, Guy, Mark and Bernard,
We now have the fifth member to your team. Ron Winter was one of the first guys to offer to help us all out. We have included him as one of the team. Welcome to Ron and many thanks to you all.
We will now handover control of the forum admin duties to you guys. Let us know what you need from us.
There are still a few bugs in the forum and we have a whole list of development suggestions to implement.
We have created a Private Forum Category in which you / we can make posts and discuss issues?
Member for
22 years 10 monthsModerator Administrative Testing
I also volunteered to moderate via a direct email but obviously, wasn’t accepted. I never heard back one way or the other.
Question? Do you think that it is appropriate to be talking back and forth between the three/four of you about a private administrative matter that only you can see on a permanent bulleting board? Wouldn’t a direct email work better and not confuse the rest of us?
Member for
16 years 9 monthsRE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Hi Ronald / Guys,
On the subject of cookies, PP only assigns a cookie when a user logs in AND the user requests that the system remembers the user name and password, by clicking the "Remember my Login ID" - thus a cookie is created.
As far as I can recall, all of ther functions on the site utilise things called "session variables" rather than cookies.
Member for
24 years 4 monthsRE: RE: RE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Ronald, I belive PP have just given the edit function to the four of us that volunteered to moderate forums.
Member for
22 years 10 monthsRE: RE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
I am logged on (hopefully) and I dont see any edit button. I also leave quite a few anonymous messages while I am logged-on as well. Perhaps it would help to know that I dont allow cookies. I guess that PP is only for those who accept cookies. Perhaps you should list this requirement in the sign-up page.
Member for
16 years 9 monthsRE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Guys,
Glad it works. Can I leave it to you guys to sort out some guidelines etc - we can post it on a "Guidelines Page" if you wish.
It is up to you how you make changes. Perhaps we can change the script to create some alternative tag (similar to the bold tag) that you could use to show your edits in red or something ?
Member for
22 years 11 monthsRE: RE: RE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Great job guys. With a set of guidelines, we will be set.
Bernard Ertl
InterPlan Systems Inc. - Project Management Software, Project Planning Software
Member for
24 years 4 monthsRE: RE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
James, editing works. Well done ! Could / should the edit be in a separate colour or font ?
Member for
16 years 9 monthsRE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Hi Guys,
Ooops, sorry.
The script changes were made to allow the Edit Buttons to be shown but we have a further member-related security flag in the edit script that checks some things too. This has been altered too.
It now works ok (I think). James, you are absolutely correct - Mark
Member for
24 years 4 monthsRE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Same problem, whilst trying to edit Bernards post
Member for
22 years 11 monthsRE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
I can see the Edit buttons. I tested them and they generate a 404 error on my end.
Bernard Ertl
InterPlan Systems Inc. - Project Management Software, Project Planning Software
Member for
16 years 9 monthsRE: RE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Hi again Tamara, Guy, Mark and Bernard,
We have made some forum script changes such that when you are logged-in and you look at the messages within the forum you should now see an "Edit" button next to each message (woohey). This should allow you to edit the "Subject" and the "Message Body". It is a little primitive, but its a start.
For now at least, it will allow you to edit any of the forum messages in any of the forum categories - max flexibility for you heroes !
It was suggested that we place a MVP Page that shows the sites MVPs (Most Valued Planner!!?) picture and a paragraph about that person. If that appeals to you, email out your passport-sized picture, plus a few lines about yourself/expertise, personal website/company email address (if you wish) etc. We will talk more about how we show this on the site later.
On behalf of the team, thanks for your continued support.
If you would like an "emicon" to appear against you posts, drop us that on an email too.
Member for
16 years 9 monthsRE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Tamara, Guy, Mark and Bernard,
Thanks for your kind offers. Between us (and other future volunteers) I am sure we can get this forum really moving.
We will shortly make the script changes to allow all users to be able to edit their own posts with the added functionality that the moderators can edit anyones posts in any of the forums they choose. It has also been suggested that we post some "Forum Rules" - the following have been suggested...
1. No spam. PP already has sections for listing software, consulting services and job opportunities.
2. Keep conversations civil. This is a professional forum. (Note: this is not a problem right now, but would need to be in a policy statement if moderators are to be able to intervene should the need arise)
3. No cross (double) posting. Post once in the most appropriate forum. Double posts in multiple forums should be deleted.
We will get onto this very shortly. Thanks for your continued support and group assistance.
Member for
24 years 1 monthRE: RE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
I am willing to assist. My main topic areas initially would be Planning and Scheduling (toolset independant),Work Definition (wbs and associated dictionaries), Training, and Generic Project Mgt/related EVM issues. Not sure how much time I can give and it would fluctuate depending on current workload.
Member for
16 years 9 monthsRE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Promotion...
If you wish you can have an emicon. I will add it to the list of development "tweaks" to do. No problem.
Regards
Development Team
Member for
24 years 4 monthsRE: RE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
Oooh, promotion to moderator. Does this mean we can use avatars like the Development Team ?
Seriously, guys, I would be happy to moderate:
PM Issues Discussion and
Contracts, Claims and Claims Assessment Discussion
Member for
22 years 11 monthsRE: Help Wanted - Planning Police
I would be willing to assist with the following forums:
Planning, Scheduling and Programming Discussion
Project Management Issues
Bernard Ertl
InterPlan Systems Inc. - Project Management Software, Project Planning Software