Are you a Helper?

Ekaika · #1 08-02-2009, 05:10 PM

Hey folks,

Hello from the SWGEmu Support crew! As everyone knows, SWGEmu offers an official Support channel in IRC, accessible via the Java interface on the forums, or any IRC client at #swgemusupport.

The channel has been heavily utilized over the last year+, and we hope that if you've used it, it has been of some benefit to you. Many of us have put in countless hours trying to ensure our members are taken care of, to the best of our ability.

We're interested in a possible experiment with the community. Are you a close follower of the project? Do you consider yourself well versed with SWGEmu, LPE, and NOVA? Are you good with computers? Do you enjoy helping out other players? Are you an active IRC user?

If you answered yes to those questions, we might want your help! We're considering opening up Support to the community, to allow more coverage for people needing assistance with basic issues. This will not be an official staff position, however you'll earn the respect and admiration of the Staff, and interact with us problem solving and helping fellow users out.

This thread is to gauge the temperature of interest for such a venture with your feedback. Until such time as we make a decision, the channel remains for Staff support only, so please do not join to idle if you do not have a support related query.

Are you a helper?

Tovo · #2 08-02-2009, 05:12 PM

First !

Master Chief · #3 08-02-2009, 05:13 PM

YES! I want to do whatever I can to bolster the project, no matter how little contribution I may add. Also I will do whatever I can, for who knows? (I'm probably pushing my luck) but maybe one day, I could somehow join the STAFF?

Edit: As far as computer experience, I have good knowledge of navigation such as with files and the like.

Thaddeus_Frump · #4 08-02-2009, 05:19 PM

Heh. I'd start being an IRC regular to help out, sure.

**Vlada** · #5 08-02-2009, 05:20 PM

I like and try to help, but I use IRC once in a blue moon.

mijom · #6 08-02-2009, 05:57 PM

I idle in IRC most of the day (gmt +3 atm), Onlything i'm not that good is computers

But i'm definetly interested to help out the best i can.

**KarlDeux** · #7 08-02-2009, 06:44 PM

Well I'm able to help with Spanish support.

-Are you a close follower of the project?

Sure I am, also I follow Emuradio as entertainer (Deejay)

-Do you consider yourself well versed with SWGEmu, LPE, and NOVA?

Yes, I do.

-Are you good with computers?

I am sound engineer and right now i'm mastering digital audio related to computer and audio cards. Aswell I worked for Official Blizzard Support (Spanish) for a year.

-Do you enjoy helping out other players?

Sure, It's my work.

-Are you an active IRC user?

I'm active IRC user, yep.

<3 Ekaika.

Raven118 · #8 08-02-2009, 06:55 PM

-Are you a close follower of the project?

yes i sure am

-Do you consider yourself well versed with SWGEmu, LPE, and NOVA?

yes i do,i love pre-cu and this community alot

-Are you good with computers?

i took computer apps for 3 years and have extensive knowledge of computers and software

-Do you enjoy helping out other players?

yes,the more people we help the better the server will be when it goes live

-Are you an active IRC user?

im active i pop in irc from time to time but im pretty active server wise,and forum wise

**Tigerfang** · #9 08-02-2009, 07:38 PM

I may not have been with the project for very ling but I would love to help out with support on irc / ingame

i am almost fully upto date with the going's on within the project and have alot of experiance with computers and windows.

spector84 · #10 08-02-2009, 09:10 PM

Well, I do help out a number of people when I Ent in the cantina and I am a bit savy in Java programming, And I do visit IRC though not as much as I should. If you do need me in anything send me a mail. though I'm not that confident I would be of use.

EmulateS · #11 08-02-2009, 09:34 PM

I no longer work full time thanks to a combo of crohns and colitis. I spend approximately 5-6 days awake at a time. I then sleep 4 hours max. I've been working on the coding techniques employed to bring a more useful purpose to CH and BE but have so much time on my hands that I'd like the opportunity to help. I've worked for Verant prior to SOE buying them out of EverQuest 1, IBM, Sun, SGI, HP, NCR a division of AT&T, Unisys, AT&T itself, Level 3 Networks, Integrated Systems Technologies, North Carolina Central University. I'm versed in UNIX - all *NIX - all but Vista Windows Environments (not only small but 5000+ servers per co-location) in as much as systems engineering, administration, security, networking and software engineering. I have over 20 years of work experience and more then that in the gaming community. My entire life's past time has been devoted to keeping people interested in gaming and helping them learn something that is fun and intellectual. If there is room for myself to be counted on, I'd like the opportunity to further help new comers and vet's alike in their adventures that are SWGEmu. PM me with whatever details you feel are necessary to take on this "Helper" role. If the position is not available at this point in time I would like to be kept in mind for future openings in any area of the project, especially the "Helper" role or helping the CH and BE if your intent is too maintain these two, wonderful IMHO, professions.

Sincerest thanks ahead of time,
Tom
aka EmulateS

Master Chief · #12 08-02-2009, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EmulateS

I no longer work full time thanks to a combo of crohns and colitis. I spend approximately 5-6 days awake at a time. I then sleep 4 hours max. I've been working on the coding techniques employed to bring a more useful purpose to CH and BE but have so much time on my hands that I'd like the opportunity to help. I've worked for Verant prior to SOE buying them out of EverQuest 1, IBM, Sun, SGI, HP, NCR a division of AT&T, Unisys, AT&T itself, Level 3 Networks, Integrated Systems Technologies, North Carolina Central University. I'm versed in UNIX - all *NIX - all but Vista Windows Environments (not only small but 5000+ servers per co-location) in as much as systems engineering, administration, security, networking and software engineering. I have over 20 years of work experience and more then that in the gaming community. My entire life's past time has been devoted to keeping people interested in gaming and helping them learn something that is fun and intellectual. If there is room for myself to be counted on, I'd like the opportunity to further help new comers and vet's alike in their adventures that are SWGEmu. PM me with whatever details you feel are necessary to take on this "Helper" role. If the position is not available at this point in time I would like to be kept in mind for future openings in any area of the project, especially the "Helper" role or helping the CH and BE if your intent is too maintain these two, wonderful IMHO, professions.

Sincerest thanks ahead of time,
Tom
aka EmulateS

That's one stunning resume. While as impresive as it is, this post doesn't ask for a job application. Still, your awe-striking experience should be vital to SWGEmu, not only as a community helper, but as a Dev if you're savvy in code too. Not many of us from what I know are lucky to have as much experience as that, and for that I salute you and your over-the-top knowledge as well as what devotion you want to input.

I'm sure you will serve as an inspiration for us all, myself included.

EmulateS · #13 08-04-2009, 08:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Master Chief

That's one stunning resume. While as impresive as it is, this post doesn't ask for a job application. Still, your awe-striking experience should be vital to SWGEmu, not only as a community helper, but as a Dev if you're savvy in code too. Not many of us from what I know are lucky to have as much experience as that, and for that I salute you and your over-the-top knowledge as well as what devotion you want to input.

I'm sure you will serve as an inspiration for us all, myself included.

LOL I deeply appreciate the salute. This is something I've dedicated my time too on many different games. I do however apologize for the resume. As stated it was not needed.

/kowtow Master Chief

mijom · #14 08-04-2009, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EmulateS

LOL I deeply appreciate the salute. This is something I've dedicated my time too on many different games. I do however apologize for the resume. As stated it was not needed.

/kowtow Master Chief

If i were you or had the skills like you, i would contact the team for DEV position and offer my knowlege to them. Seriously if your that good you should be recruited and fast.

ArclightX · #15 01-16-2010, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Master Chief

That's one stunning resume. While as impresive as it is, this post doesn't ask for a job application. Still, your awe-striking experience should be vital to SWGEmu, not only as a community helper, but as a Dev if you're savvy in code too. Not many of us from what I know are lucky to have as much experience as that, and for that I salute you and your over-the-top knowledge as well as what devotion you want to input.

I'm sure you will serve as an inspiration for us all, myself included.

For Real

Why isn't this guy being brought onto the dev team to offer some help/assistance/leadership/etc.. etc..

If he's already been approached then disregard my initial comment. But seriously if he hasn't then one of the devs needs to take a serious look at this fellow, approach him and make use of his talents and willingness to lend a hand sooner rather than later.

I recall hearing recently from several staff members something along the lines of (and I'm paraphrasing here) "finding people who have the knowledge, skillset, time, and willingness to offer assistance comparable to the devs are few and far between. They don't just fall off trees like apples".

Well there's your apple, go pick it up.