COMMUNITY : VOLUNTEERS


Volunteers: Introduce yourself

This is a place for the volunteers from the new volunteer group to introduce themselves and how they can offer advice/help, if they haven't already done that. I'll start. I know a lot about coffee. Roasting, brewing, serving, etc. Feel free to ask me if you have any questions about coffee, or coffee related machines. (roasters, airpot brewers, espresso machines, etc.) I've also been doing a lot with biodiesel, and I can offer advice on that subject. (Instructables coming as soon as I finish them)

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zaronas says: Jul 5, 2012. 8:26 PM
im great with taking apart things and iscovering how they work

im great at diagnosing problems

im great at making something specific work out of parts from habbitat for humanity (great store)

im great at learning about your new thing quickly
Kiteman in reply to zaronasJul 6, 2012. 3:15 AM
Welcome to the Volunteers Group!
zaronas in reply to KitemanJul 6, 2012. 6:31 PM
thank you
Bot1398 says: Jun 16, 2012. 8:30 AM
I joined the group and I am good at electronics
bricabracwizard says: Jan 11, 2012. 10:22 PM
..and grammar!
bricabracwizard says: Jan 11, 2012. 10:21 PM
I have a lot of experience in renovations:
Electrical, plumbing, tiling, removing walls, creating doorways, plastering and restoration of furniture.
kcls says: Mar 8, 2010. 2:55 PM
Hi! I just joined the group and I am good at:
  • Basic electronics (led's, resistors, wiring, batteries, not micro-controllers)
  • Proof-reading instructables
  • Cooking
  • Fixing computer problems
Glad to be of assistance!

sunshiine in reply to kclsJul 9, 2011. 1:54 PM
Hi there Kcls!
I recently came across a member who is really interested in making his ibles the best he can. Would you be so kind to look at his recent ible and give him some ideas on how to improve it? I thank you in advance!

Personally I think he is doing a great job but I think he can polish it to be really good!
Here is the link! http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-clothespin-catapult/
Kiteman in reply to sunshiineJul 9, 2011. 1:58 PM
Sunshiine,

Have you thought of joining the Volunteers yourself?
sunshiine in reply to KitemanJul 9, 2011. 2:11 PM
Yes, actually. I just found this today. I recently subscribed to this person and offered what little help I can, but I have not mastered instructables to the point I feel confident enough right now. I am still learning. I would love to see instructables offer a spell checker on our page. I think they would receive a lot more featured worthy projects if they did.
Kiteman in reply to sunshiineJul 10, 2011. 12:58 AM
The site is generally optimised to be viewed in FireFox, which means you can add a dictionary that will spell-check for you as you type.

I use this one.

Plus, if you use the "rich editor" for your comments, there is a spell-check button on that (the one that says "ABC" over a small tick-mark).


ElvenChild says: May 21, 2011. 4:40 AM
Well I know this is old but I am a member of the group so,

I know my way around mac computers I am not the greatest with xcode terminal and quartz composer, but I am capable of using all of them. If anyone wants a tutorial on how to make a web browser in xcode how to play pong in xcode or how to make a screensaver that takes video input from your webcam and runs it through some filters and then displays it for some really cool results with quartz composer just ask.
oscarthompson says: Nov 2, 2010. 12:55 PM
I'm Oscar..

These are the genre's I can help with:

Basic electronics

Some mains electrical

Dj'ing, concert/stage audio, Some lighting

Music recording

Rockets related

Some physics and Geograpthy

Wood and metal work

And

Rowing! (sport), Unexpected?

Thanks

Oscar
cefn says: Oct 11, 2010. 3:43 PM
I'm Cefn.

I work mainly in software and open source, but I've found some fun levers to push which connect my digital to your physical, like laser-cutting, arduino and processing.

I've got fairly good at them, so if you think some kind of computationally generated vector graphic is critical to your design, or you need to know how to make a circuit which detects when the bus stops and wakes you up, then drop me a line.
Vendigroth says: Sep 17, 2007. 3:49 AM
Just joined _
I can offer general science answers, etc, as well as high-level sarcasm.
I can also offer general GENERAL answers, just ask, i might surprise you. My special field is....lets say...functional decorative metalwork using carbon steels.
acidbass in reply to VendigrothApr 15, 2010. 8:51 AM
 like the high level sarcasm offer
acidbass says: Apr 15, 2010. 8:48 AM
 Hello chaps I can help with pretty much anything you have problems with or at least reference you to someone who can help you I am usually here  all day (I keep the ibles site in another tab) I can help you in all of the fields listed below

Account problems

Cars,Trucks,Bikes,Motorcycles anything that has wheels 

Life saving skills (lifeguarding,search and rescue,red cross stuff) ( I am a red cross certified EMT just not old enough to be one LOL) 

weapons

search and rescue tips

survival skills

government conspiracies 

aliens

anything to do with bass guitars or any music

realtionships, photography,art,books,horticulture,food,simple DIY, and anything else you can think of that could involve these things PM me if you have any problems 

LoneWolf says: Mar 31, 2010. 1:23 PM

Hello. I'd love to collaborate somebody on any instructable or even just edit one for somebody. If you want me too, please PM me. Here's some examples of instructables genre that I can help you with:

Drawing
Explosives
Construction/Building
Art
Crafts of any kind
Pranks :)
Dog related
Wolf related

CamWaite says: Nov 26, 2009. 12:46 PM
Hey
I'm cam I cant guarantee i will always be at hand but am willing to help with all things theoretical, also I speak English and a little French and would be happy to proof-read or spell check
Zem says: Nov 1, 2009. 6:27 PM
Hey! I'm Zem (AKA Josh).

I can help with:

Electronics.
Using power tools.
Nerf guns.
And general DIY stuff!
Zem in reply to ZemNov 1, 2009. 6:30 PM
I forgot to add:

Recycling/repurposing.
Improvising stuff. (Materials, not Improv acting)
drinkmorecoffee (author) in reply to ZemNov 2, 2009. 11:07 AM
Wasn't Zem the mattress?
Zem in reply to drinkmorecoffeeNov 2, 2009. 12:16 PM
Lol, whaaat? 
drinkmorecoffee (author) in reply to ZemNov 2, 2009. 1:07 PM
eh. Douglas Adams.
:P
Zem in reply to drinkmorecoffeeNov 2, 2009. 3:09 PM
Okay. 
Kiteman in reply to ZemNov 2, 2009. 11:03 AM
Welcome, Zem.
Zem in reply to KitemanNov 2, 2009. 12:17 PM
Thanks Kiteman! 
Rock Soldier says: Nov 2, 2009. 1:11 PM
Rock Soldier(domindude3 for those who don't know)
I can help with...
All of your questions about posting, submitting, grammar, spelling, and editing.
Please. If you have a question that you can easily Google, please. Google.
bounty1012 says: Oct 1, 2009. 4:41 PM
Hi, I am bounty1012, 2nd year on instructables and I think Ive got a hold of things. -knex -algebra -history those are my major places where I am good. xD I hope this helped.
Jayefuu says: Oct 1, 2009. 2:02 PM
Heya, -electronics -computing -programming -woodwork
lemonie in reply to JayefuuOct 1, 2009. 3:01 PM
How did you find this? (without noticing Kiteman's recent) L
knex_mepalm says: Sep 27, 2009. 12:17 AM
Hi, I can do anything that requires anything except: -quantum physics -any mechanical tool, machines are ok but no power tools and such. -Pyrotechnics -Accounting
Tombini says: Sep 26, 2009. 9:11 PM
My well rounded subjects include; -Economics -Engineering studies -Chemistry -Physics -Pyrotechnics -Power tools, welding, woodwork and DIY Other jagged subjects; -English -Arty farty stuff I can help to the best of my abilities and intend to do so...
sharlston says: Sep 12, 2009. 2:39 AM
im good at: maths english enginering coputers and software batch binary code reading biycles good with tools and generally making things things im not good at: art handwriting times tables tiding up
Kryptonite says: Aug 5, 2009. 3:37 PM
I see that on Instructables there's a lot of people who want to have something, but who don't really want to do the building but are willing to pay for the items. I can help here and build it for you. I have basic knowledge on electronics, wood work, metal work and general hardware like that. I hope some one here finds my skills of some use.
lemonie in reply to KryptoniteAug 5, 2009. 4:08 PM
Kryptonite in reply to lemonieAug 17, 2009. 11:18 PM
Sorry, haven't been doing much on Instructables because I've been doing my first Instructable. Thanks, I'll join now.
PKM says: Aug 6, 2009. 2:19 PM
Skills:
I'm primarily a computer person, with experience in a wide variety of programming languages on Windows and Linux.
I have reasonable knowledge of electronics.
I have high-level education in maths, physics, chemistry and computer science.
I am conversant with a lot of "productivity" and media software, notably: GIMP, Audacity, MS Excel
I know my way around a digital camera and the basics of how to compose a decent photo, and have self-taught photo retouching.

"Soft" skills:
Good technical command of the english language, spelling and proofreading
I'm a budding MacGyver and enjoy improvising things, repurposing commonplace materials and making new things out of them.
Quite a lot of "science communication" roles throughout my education- look up Top of the Bench and Paperclip Physics for more

Things I can't do at all:
Personal organisation
Cooking beyond student food
Foreign languages
Drawing
11010010110 says: Dec 30, 2008. 5:47 PM
i try to help on everthing i can help with hebrew language i can help with electronics and some other systems and machines (allthough have little experience) and various other diy / hacking i can help with designing plays (from both art and tech sides) allthough never done it over internet i can help with linux and computers in general i can help newbie vegans (allthough i am quite noob myself) i can help with some green stuff i can attempt to help with some offbeat and life topics (as much as 17 year old can)
aztintr says: Dec 30, 2008. 6:48 AM
I am an expert in all areas of window tinting I also do car audio video and security.I have a great deal of knowledge in fixing or repairing car interiors cracked dashes tares I can also detail cars so anything to do outside of mechanics I AM KNOWLEDGABLE
shammallamaman says: Aug 17, 2008. 7:29 PM
I can help with computer troubleshooting, and basic electronics
plane phanatic says: Jul 18, 2008. 9:08 AM
I can help with computer troubleshooting and electronic troubleshooting (ex. MP3 player problems, printer not working etc.) I am best with Windows XP, but have had experience with earlier OS's.
chooseausername says: Apr 4, 2008. 5:44 AM
- I can help with the French language. - If you need a neutral and honest advice about something, just ask me and I will give you one if I can.
killerjackalope says: Apr 3, 2008. 9:40 PM
Ermm name something I can do: - Photoshop - Basic web design - Some electrical knowledge - decent mechanical knowledge - Psychological stuff, doing quite alot of relationships and stuff 'ibles - Recently dived into jet power and am getting far in that - I know a good bit about lighters - I know about planes and can fly them - A bit on firearms etc. - I know a good bit about cannons and stuff, though I havn't made one in a long time, soon though - I know quite alot about art etc. - I know about photography - Cycling, mountain biking - I can build almost anything from Ikea... - Anything makeshift - I know an awful lot about things going wrong Really it's a case of ask and see, I can even iron. I like this idea for a group...
heliosrising says: Apr 3, 2008. 8:51 PM
I'm good at random things. As in, I may be able to help or I may not. But either way I will try to help.
Kiteman says: Sep 10, 2007. 12:51 PM
I'll re-introduce myself:

Science teacher, main interests currently making stuff. I know quite a lot of explosive stuff that I'm not allowed to do in the UK. Technically, under current UK anti-terror legislation, my brain is illegal.

Other interests - general science, mildly-pedantic use of language, and I'm a Cub leader.
Weissensteinburg in reply to KitemanSep 12, 2007. 6:09 PM
THOUGHT CRIMINAL!
whatsisface in reply to WeissensteinburgSep 13, 2007. 9:29 AM
He was caught talking in his sleep. Also he was only acting in the two minutes hate.
zachninme in reply to whatsisfaceSep 13, 2007. 9:40 AM
AAHHH! ITS 1984!!
whatsisface in reply to zachninmeSep 13, 2007. 9:41 AM
The penny drops...
zachninme in reply to whatsisfaceSep 13, 2007. 9:42 AM
OH NOES! In the other thread, we talked about how much we love each other... THEY KNOW WHO TO USE AGAINST US!!!
whatsisface in reply to zachninmeSep 13, 2007. 9:45 AM
DON'T SLEEP, THATS WHEN THEY COME FOR YOU. IF YOU DON'T GET THIS, THEN WE SHALL MEET IN THE PLACE WHERE THERE IS NO DARKNESS. *Acts natural* "I'm a prole, honest"
zachninme in reply to whatsisfaceSep 13, 2007. 9:56 AM
Quick! Escape to the countryfield! Just don't rent apartments...
whatsisface in reply to zachninmeSep 13, 2007. 9:58 AM
Not off old guys who own shops especially...
whatsisface in reply to whatsisfaceSep 13, 2007. 10:00 AM
Hey, lemme buy you a litre of beer..
zachninme in reply to whatsisfaceSep 13, 2007. 10:09 AM
The Party is wonderful, I like my Gin.
whatsisface in reply to zachninmeSep 13, 2007. 10:10 AM
Me also, but i really need some razorblades...
Gjdj3 in reply to whatsisfaceMar 5, 2008. 8:05 AM
I can't find any shoelaces either. I think that was my favorite 1984 thread I've seen in a while. Nice job guys!
whatsisface in reply to Gjdj3Mar 5, 2008. 10:29 AM
Thanks :-P
KentsOkay in reply to KitemanSep 10, 2007. 1:06 PM
Same here. My brain is illegal in every UN nation except Russia.
acidbass in reply to KentsOkayApr 15, 2010. 8:54 AM
 lol i like that................................or do I because i am a russian spy ................or................am........................I?
John Smith in reply to KentsOkaySep 12, 2007. 5:49 PM
That deserved a:

lol

KentsOkay in reply to John SmithSep 12, 2007. 6:08 PM
It did? It didn't know it was that funny, perhaps I should say it next time I bump into a cop...
Gjdj3 says: Mar 5, 2008. 8:07 AM
Hey. I'm good at guitars and know loads about them so I could offer some helpful advice on them. I also play a lot of sports so I could help on any sport related instructables. I know basic electronics and program well in Python. So if anyone needs my help just ask!
Gjdj3 in reply to Gjdj3Mar 5, 2008. 8:07 AM
Oh, and I'm good at lake related things (fishing, bait hunting, bait selling)
Keith-Kid says: Feb 23, 2008. 12:59 PM
I'm good at sitting. Is that any good? Or was it standing?...... sitting is when eat food right?
unspecified says: Feb 9, 2008. 3:01 AM
I can offer assistance with English, grammar, and even proofing your instructable prior to release. I can also offer help with a very wide variety of Comp Sci topics (too eclectic a mix to be specific). I can offer up-to-the-second information on emergency medicine/first aid/general medical topics. Macro photography is an interest, so if you are getting really poor results in your instructables photo documentation attempts, I might know a trick or two to help. I guess what I am saying is that, like so many of us, I am a bit of a generalist with a hunger for new knowledge, and have come across a lot of good information in my travels. I also browse instructables when I have a lot of time on my hands, so if I am here, I totally have time to help you out.
ledzep567 says: Jan 13, 2008. 3:28 PM
i can offer loads of advice on art. where to buy, how to buy, techniques, good brands,how to art supplies,how much to pay, stuff like that also, i can offer fishing advice. strictly freshwater though
Goodhart says: Sep 10, 2007. 11:35 AM
My biggest strength lies in my inherent ability to be eclectic. And I love to find out if "other then the normal ways to do things" will work.

My field of experimentation is wide, my reading wider still. One of the things I concentrated on for many a year, was electronics, and scripting (mostly java scripting). I have been involved with a few forms of art (pyrograph pic included) , science, psychology, sociology, and a smattering of other general subjects.
Maybe I should change my moniker to MISC. *lol*
Goodhart in reply to GoodhartSep 10, 2007. 11:39 AM
Hmm, lost the picture....
Copy of MsBunnyHeart.jpg
Goodhart in reply to GoodhartSep 10, 2007. 8:13 PM
Oh, and when I am in the mood, I like sports too:
Goodhart in reply to GoodhartJan 13, 2008. 1:46 PM
Playing not watching ;-)
chaoscampbell says: Jan 13, 2008. 1:33 PM
I'm Available to Help. My specialty I would have to say is taking Technically challanging things and explaining them in "I'm not a dictonary" ways. other then that I Excel at computer software (usage and manipulation, not programming), Comp Hardware, Wood construction... some finer detail woodworking and reverse engineering of any kind. I'm good at but not the best with simple/small electronics. I learned pretty much everything I know about electronics via reverse engineering. other then that I'm told I'm a butially honest sounding board and have a little knowledge of every subject... but only the master of a few. oh and I'm a music nut... anything music, music recording, preforming or instrument related... I could probably help
Handsome-Ryan says: Oct 15, 2007. 7:50 AM
Great idea for a group! I would like to volunteer my services as a Horticulture professional. If anyone would like help with anything plant related I'm happy to offer advice. My qualifications include: >> Assisted in maintaining soil based gardens since I was old enough to use a shovel. (my mother and grandfather were both avid gardeners) >> Focused on horticulture classes in highschool and went on to major in ornamental horticulture in college >> Worked for 4 years at a retail plant nursery >> Worked for 6 years doing landscape design/instalation >> For 8 years I have been designing and building home hydroponic systems. Additionally, I have taught highschool and college level classes about hydroponic theory and design. >> President of Highschool's FFA chapter >> Recipient of Dekalb Excelence in Agriculture Award 2003. >> Horticultural Advisor to FHS Garden Club 2002-2003. >> Some other stuff I can't think of right now. If you are working on a plant related instructable and would like help please let me know.
jessyratfink says: Sep 10, 2007. 5:04 PM
I'm a public health major, and therefore can assist in your nutrition/exercise physiology/anatomy/chronic disease needs. :D I'm also quite well read - a bookworm actually. And I love editing things. Have an instructable that needs editing? Send it to me! I'm also fairly familiar with graphic design basics. I love finding new ways to do things and I am the queen of reusing items and turning them into something neat, especially books.
Bran in reply to jessyratfinkSep 12, 2007. 5:27 PM
Do you think the best way of building stamina is to run "wind sprints", or run long distances as fast as you can until you can't run/pass out? I play football; the coaches say that it is.
acer73 in reply to BranSep 15, 2007. 12:18 AM
He's conditioning you
jessyratfink in reply to BranSep 13, 2007. 11:08 AM
You definitely shouldn't be running until you drop. But that's what a lot of coaches like to think works. Don't let me get started with all the "coaches suck and need formal training" nonsense. ;) Pushing yourself as hard as you can everytime from the beginning will sometimes cause quite a bit of harm, especially if you aren't in the greatest shape to begin with. Not to mention you could develop DOMS due to tearing of muscle fibers - and DOMS will set you back in your workouts, which isn't good. I think the best way to increase stamina is to treat your training almost as endurance training in the beginning. Go slow and steady at first. Once you feel comfortable at a certain pace, move on to the next pace level. Keep doing this until you can run for long periods of time at the fastest pace you can handle. Or, you could mix in sprints during your long distance runs. For example, run at a slow steady pace for 5-10 minutes, and then sprint for a couple minutes and go back to your regular pace. I'm assuming the coach just wants your team to be able to move quickly for longer periods of time. It's definitely beneficial to have both endurance and power in football, so I can see why he's doing it, but perhaps he's pushing too hard. :)
jessyratfink in reply to jessyratfinkSep 13, 2007. 11:16 AM
I guess I should also add that the definition of "stamina" varies within exercise physiology, which is quite annoying. I'm looking at it as being a combination of endurance and power. Endurance training is what I consider to be a slow and steady pace, like 12-15 reps of weights that you can easily lift. Training for power is what I consider to be quick and difficult - like 3-5 reps of extremely heavy weights using quick bursts. I consider stamina to be the best of both worlds, though others consider it to be on the endurance side. Hopefully when we study exercise physiology in the coming years everything will start to have consistent definitions. :P
zachninme in reply to BranSep 12, 2007. 5:38 PM
The best way to build stamina is... Sulphur-Tantulum Minus the Iodine-Sodium (hardy har har)
Weissensteinburg in reply to jessyratfinkSep 10, 2007. 5:35 PM
Do you help with psychology?
jessyratfink in reply to WeissensteinburgSep 10, 2007. 5:37 PM
I don't know anything but the basics and I'm probably rusty on that. I've only had a few psych classes. :P
Weissensteinburg in reply to jessyratfinkSep 10, 2007. 5:40 PM
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jessyratfink in reply to WeissensteinburgSep 10, 2007. 5:41 PM
Oh, don't be sad. Look, a kitty! :D
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sharlston in reply to jessyratfinkSep 12, 2009. 2:42 AM
shes cute
whatsisface in reply to jessyratfinkSep 13, 2007. 9:31 AM
NEDM zuzuzuzuzuzuzuzuzuzuzuzuhhh
acer73 in reply to jessyratfinkSep 10, 2007. 9:52 PM
that was pretty random, whats ur kittys name?
jessyratfink in reply to acer73Sep 13, 2007. 9:54 AM
That's little miss Jade. She's the princess of the household. :D
zachninme in reply to jessyratfinkSep 13, 2007. 10:26 AM
Hopefully, you're the queen... Is the boyfriend a serf? >:D
jessyratfink in reply to zachninmeSep 13, 2007. 10:32 AM
Hahaha, no, the serf would be Bebop. He's been demoted from prince thanks to awful behavior. My boyfriend is certainly the king... but like many powerful men, I'm really the one making the important decisions. Mwahahahaha! He's just there to look pretty... and like the Joker, judging from the one picture I have uploaded on here. :D
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sharlston in reply to jessyratfinkSep 12, 2009. 2:43 AM
your other cat is also cute
whatsisface in reply to jessyratfinkSep 13, 2007. 12:29 PM
That sort of suits you.... xD
zachninme in reply to jessyratfinkSep 13, 2007. 12:19 PM
You look mad that he made you where a pink wig.
jessyratfink in reply to zachninmeSep 13, 2007. 12:29 PM
That's just me being punk rock. Making a GRR face = punk rock.
zachninme in reply to jessyratfinkSep 13, 2007. 12:32 PM
That's questionable. You look like you got some of the pink fibers stuck in your teeth
jessyratfink in reply to zachninmeSep 13, 2007. 4:21 PM
Well sometimes people get hungry and they have no food...
zachninme in reply to jessyratfinkSep 10, 2007. 5:42 PM
You apparently learned some things at psych :P

Also, adding a LOLcat-esque caption makes people even happier
Weissensteinburg in reply to jessyratfinkSep 10, 2007. 5:42 PM
z0mg!
zachninme in reply to jessyratfinkSep 10, 2007. 5:09 PM
"I'm also quite well read"
"And I love editing things."

Is it just me... or is "I'm also quite well read" terrible grammar? Or am I just stupid... :P

Doctor! It hurts when I bend my arm like this!
jessyratfink in reply to zachninmeSep 10, 2007. 5:31 PM
I wouldn't say it's terrible... if I said "I'm also quite good read" it would be. :D But I have a habit of adding extra fluff (adverbs and adjectives, mostly) to my sentences. I promise I don't go around adding extra fluff into other peoples' writing, haha!
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