These newsgroups!

[Dale Fye]

Jack,

Funny that you mention that. The thing I find is that the Access groups are
the ones where almost every question seems to get answered, sometimes
multiple times.

As I peruse some of the other groups, it amazes me how many of the questions
go unanswered.

 

[Jan Il]

I have been participating in these MS Access public newsgroups for over 10 years and they are among the most professional of the MS public newsgroups. All MVPs are volunteers and do not get paid for the time they spend in the many groups and forums in which they participate.

I have often been totally amazed at how they manage to accurately figure out some questions posted in these groups that would seem to require some form of Rosetta stone to decipher. They are usually so good at it I even once asked one of the MVPs a few years ago if they are each given a special code book as part of their MVP award to help figure out such confusing questions. ))

But, there are many others that are not MVPs who also volunteer in these groups and share so generously of their time and knowledge to help others are a great asset to these groups as well, and their efforts on the behalf of those who come to these groups seeking help is also very much appreciated.

Jan

 

[Gina Whipp]

....hiding my Crystal Ball...

--
Gina Whipp

"I feel I have been denied critical, need to know, information!" - Tremors
II

http://www.regina-whipp.com/index_files/TipList.htm

I have been participating in these MS Access public newsgroups for over 10
years and they are among the most professional of the MS public newsgroups.
All MVPs are volunteers and do not get paid for the time they spend in the
many groups and forums in which they participate.

I have often been totally amazed at how they manage to accurately figure out
some questions posted in these groups that would seem to require some form
of Rosetta stone to decipher. They are usually so good at it I even once
asked one of the MVPs a few years ago if they are each given a special code
book as part of their MVP award to help figure out such confusing questions.
))

But, there are many others that are not MVPs who also volunteer in these
groups and share so generously of their time and knowledge to help others
are a great asset to these groups as well, and their efforts on the behalf
of those who come to these groups seeking help is also very much
appreciated.

Jan

 

[John W. Vinson]

...hiding my Crystal Ball...

Huh. I used to use a crystal ball, but I gave up on it. Just couldn't see any
future in it.

 

[Marshall Barton]

Jan Il wrote:
....

I have often been totally amazed at how they manage to accurately figure out some questions posted in these groups that would seem to require some form of Rosetta stone to decipher. They are usually so good at it I even once asked one of the MVPs a few years ago if they are each given a special code book as part of their MVP award to help figure out such confusing questions. ))

....

Speaking of indecipherable posts, do you remember Slim?
He always got a reply, but there were a few of his questions
that went unsolved.

 

[Jan Il]

Speaking of indecipherable posts, do you remember Slim?
He always got a reply, but there were a few of his questions
that went unsolved.

Oh my goodness, yes! LOL!! IIRC, it was determined at some point that Slim might have been using a translator program of some sort to both post the questions and read the replies to them. Slim had some very puzzling posts at times that no one could figure out. But, it was amazing how many folks could figure out and provide an answer! <Grin>

Jan

 

[Larry Linson]

Agreed! Those who come to these groups and give of their own personal time
time and expertise, no matter how little or how much, to help others are
truly deserving of our sincere thanks. I personally know many who are long
time MVPs, and many who are not...it is their desire to help others that
brings them here.

Jan


Jan,

It's good to see you posting! Hope all's well with you!

Larry

 

[Larry Linson]

So on behalf of all of us questioners, I'd like to
raise a glass of nice, warm English beer, and
say "Cheers" - you are all great!

As one who mostly answers, these days, thanks for the kind words.

As one who learned much from others in newsgroups, and on projects with
knowledgeable people over the last fifty-few years, and in researching to be
able to answer questions, I'll say "Hear, hear" or "Amen to that".

Larry Linson
Microsoft Office Access MVP

 

[Owl]

I add my appreciation and gratitude for this wonderful group with much
enthusiasm. Besides asking questions, I often come in here for exhilerating
reading, and/or to learn something new and/or to solve some problems (without
even needing to ask them, as a previous person said). I enjoy Access's
challenges and worry any problem that arises like a dog with a bone, and try
to solve my problems on my own and to quote Hamilton from the A Team, "I LOVE
it when a plan comes together!" However, sometimes it seems
contra-productive when it takes too long and what a wonderful experience it
is to interact with these wonderful, willing, patient people who give so much
help to so many.

I understand that a person who asks a question is an OP and that the highest
position here is an MVP, but what do both of those stand for (also MCP),
please? Presumably, the M stands for Microsoft, perhaps the P in MCP for
Professional?

 

[Dirk Goldgar]

I understand that a person who asks a question is an OP and that the
highest
position here is an MVP, but what do both of those stand for (also MCP),
please? Presumably, the M stands for Microsoft, perhaps the P in MCP for
Professional?

I wouldn't think of them as ranks or positions. OP stands for "Original
Poster" (the one who made the first post in the discussion thread. MVP
stands for "Most Valuable Professional", an award given annually by
Microsoft to people who consistently provide high-quality, free support to
users of various MS products -- mostly online. MCP stands for "Microsoft
Certified Professional", a technical certification that can only be received
by taking a test. There are other, similar certifications. An MVP or MCP
can be an OP, naturally; even though the MVPs may spend most of their time
answering questions, they also post the occasional question.

Here's a link to a web page on the MVP program:

 

[Owl]

Thank you so much for your prompt, kind, detailed and interesting reply.
What a lovely title - Most Valued Professional! I am so glad I asked.

 

[Owl]

Giggles at your "deciphering Rosetta Stone" analogy! Yes, these forum is a
good place to be.

 

[John W. Vinson]

But, there are many others that are not MVPs who also volunteer in these groups and
share so generously of their time and knowledge to help others are a great asset to
these groups as well, and their efforts on the behalf of those who come to these groups
seeking help is also very much appreciated.

.... and they (you?) are the very people who go on to be nominated as MVPs.

That's just how we all started. I don't think that very many people who came
to be MVP's set out with that goal in mind (and vice versa!)

 

[Justin]

... and they (you?) are the very people who go on to be nominated as MVPs..

That's just how we all started. I don't think that very many people who came
to be MVP's set out with that goal in mind (and vice versa!)

I ran across this post while browsing the group for helpful posts. I
would like to add my thanks to all of those who have helped me in the
past and to those who will surely help me in the future. Hopefully one
day I will also be able to give some answers as well.

Thanks again to all the MVPs and others who give their time and
experience.

Justin Thomas