Moderators - please read
Would it be possible to take some of the most frequently asked questions on this forum (multidimensional arrays in C++, how to count bits, and so on) and put answers to them in the forum''s FAQ section?
- null_pointer
Well should it not be a link with big large bold letters, with flashing lights and sound like a bill board
Add a button to the moderator controls that posts a standard message, such as "The answer to this question can be found in this forum''s FAQ." I am sure that it would be a lot easier to do than simply telling people to search the forums. And if not, then it would save the effort of people posting answers.
Or perhaps a permanent sticky post that directs newbies to the FAQ?
Okay, I give up...why does the Forum FAQ link exist? This reminds me of the old Andy Griffith show, where the deputy carried a gun but no bullets...
- null_pointer
Or perhaps a permanent sticky post that directs newbies to the FAQ?
Okay, I give up...why does the Forum FAQ link exist? This reminds me of the old Andy Griffith show, where the deputy carried a gun but no bullets...
- null_pointer
Mmm, a few reasons.
1. Registration is site-wide. It applies to forums, book reviews, etc.
2. There are 23 forums, if I counted right. I would be really annoyed if I had to page through 23 sets of FAQ''s to register.
3. People generally don''t bother reading the TOS when they register, and technically that''s legally binding. Gamedev could put a requirement in there that you mail them a tuna sandwich monthly, and most people wouldn''t notice. There''s no way in heck they''re going to read a FAQ when they''re registering, usually with a question they''re wanting to ask.
-fel
1. Registration is site-wide. It applies to forums, book reviews, etc.
2. There are 23 forums, if I counted right. I would be really annoyed if I had to page through 23 sets of FAQ''s to register.
3. People generally don''t bother reading the TOS when they register, and technically that''s legally binding. Gamedev could put a requirement in there that you mail them a tuna sandwich monthly, and most people wouldn''t notice. There''s no way in heck they''re going to read a FAQ when they''re registering, usually with a question they''re wanting to ask.
-fel
People are asking these same questions, because the answers are either not on the net, or are very hard to find. I recall fairly recently a question asked about passing multi-dimensional arrays (of unknown size) to functions, which got many replies of people just arguing whether you could or not and technical jargon, but no answer.
Some FAQs or tutorials I would like to see explained:
* Why can I only draw X sprites/objects per frame
* Using DX8 to draw 2d stuff
* How to draw text on the screen (without using MFC or DX7)
* C/C++ core functions (things like classes, variable passing, etc.)
These are what I had the most trouble with, and are questions we are seeing again and again.
Some FAQs or tutorials I would like to see explained:
* Why can I only draw X sprites/objects per frame
* Using DX8 to draw 2d stuff
* How to draw text on the screen (without using MFC or DX7)
* C/C++ core functions (things like classes, variable passing, etc.)
These are what I had the most trouble with, and are questions we are seeing again and again.
By all means feel free to come up with a tutorial on the aforementioned, Ibanez.
Theoretically, users should check the tutorials/resources section to see if there is information there, if they want information immediately. Anyone can write and submit a tutorial.
I do not personally have time or interest, especially with work, the holidays, and an article I must have written by mid-January.
-fel
Theoretically, users should check the tutorials/resources section to see if there is information there, if they want information immediately. Anyone can write and submit a tutorial.
I do not personally have time or interest, especially with work, the holidays, and an article I must have written by mid-January.
-fel
I like the idea of having a general reply (from the moderators) along the lines of "This question has already been answered here...[link to faq]"
it really annoys me when some people hide under "anonymous poster" and insult anyone with a relatively simple question (insults along the lines of, go look for it/search this/search that...), I feel that it could be partially solved by the above idea...
- Just my two cents
Jack;
it really annoys me when some people hide under "anonymous poster" and insult anyone with a relatively simple question (insults along the lines of, go look for it/search this/search that...), I feel that it could be partially solved by the above idea...
- Just my two cents
Jack;
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