An introduction to using reef forums like this one

Travis · 11-21-2003, 11:12 AM

I wrote this article for magazine publication (TFH bought it but never ran it).

It details some of the basic "things to know" when delving into the world of Reef forums.

I hope it proves a valuable resource for beginners both in reefkeeping and the wonderful world of online discussion forums.

Using the Internet: A Reefkeeper's Best 10,000 Friends.

Travis

Curtswearing · 11-21-2003, 07:23 PM

Great article.

wooddood · 11-24-2003, 05:31 AM

thanks travis.

Craig Manoukian · 11-24-2003, 05:49 AM

Travis,

That is a perfect start to a primer for people as they register. A must read to get people started on the right foot. Good job, can we cut and pate?

Thanks

gumhead · 11-24-2003, 06:00 AM

You should have them change the name of "his website" next to your name...

isakmp · 11-24-2003, 07:52 AM

Hey Travis, how about adding reefsantuary to this section

Table 2: Some very good starting points

DJ

Woodstock · 11-24-2003, 08:26 AM

Great article Travis!

Cheryl · 11-09-2005, 10:41 PM

Travis,

you have proven to be my SW mentor so far!!! LOL I loved your article and it did help me 'get my feet wet'!

Kudos to you neighbor!

nyfus · 01-13-2006, 03:45 PM

I should have read it sooner

Travis · 01-13-2006, 04:06 PM

Yeesh... I really need to have Bob fix the "my home" part.

farasfarm · 05-04-2007, 01:16 AM

Thanks for the tips :-).
Have a good one.
Fara

Fionn_Matt325 · 08-28-2007, 01:56 PM

I was thinking that maybe a "sticky" forum in the Just Starting Out section should be started about all the different acronym's and short forms that are floating around on the site. people can ask without going into an established thread feeling lost.

mps9506 · 08-28-2007, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fionn_Matt325

I was thinking that maybe a "sticky" forum in the Just Starting Out section should be started about all the different acronym's and short forms that are floating around on the site. people can ask without going into an established thread feeling lost.

Acronyms / Abbreviations

Stickied in the tips and tricks section I think.

AQTCJAK · 08-28-2007, 08:21 PM

Great article Travis

Fionn_Matt325 · 08-28-2007, 09:42 PM

d'oh! maybe i should've explored a little first huh? thanks mps.

11-21-2003, 11:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
Travis Smilie Bartender Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,557 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	An introduction to using reef forums like this one I wrote this article for magazine publication (TFH bought it but never ran it). It details some of the basic "things to know" when delving into the world of Reef forums. I hope it proves a valuable resource for beginners both in reefkeeping and the wonderful world of online discussion forums. Using the Internet: A Reefkeeper's Best 10,000 Friends. Travis

11-21-2003, 07:23 PM	#2 (permalink)
Curtswearing Golden Moray Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 2,596 View Gallery Karma Komment	Great article. __________________ In memory of Fluffy, please pause before hitting enter---being nice is free. Click for ReefKeeping FAQ'S Click for Product Reviews Click for Photo ID Gallery http://curtcpapfs.com/downloads/1Curt.jpg

11-24-2003, 05:31 AM	#3 (permalink)
wooddood the wood dude Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: CARMEL. INDIANA Posts: 3,450 View Gallery Karma Komment	thanks travis. __________________ 120 gal/in wall tank/starboard substraight/2 250 watt 10k xm metal halides/ 4 55watt 03 actinics/150lbs lr/scwd on return/scwd on a closed loop/aquaclear aquatics 200 pro wetdry w/skimmer. ask all the questions you have if we cant answer it we'll make up some thing. remember patience is the key to a kick ass reef. dave.

11-24-2003, 05:49 AM	#4 (permalink)
Craig Manoukian Regular Guy Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Marina Del Ray, CA Posts: 17,911 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Travis, That is a perfect start to a primer for people as they register. A must read to get people started on the right foot. Good job, can we cut and pate? Thanks __________________ Currently tankless. 20 Gallon mini reef with mated pair of Maroon Clowns given to Rougiem! 80 gallon reef given to Rougiem/Wooster HS.

11-24-2003, 06:00 AM	#5 (permalink)
gumhead Limpet Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Burbs of Boston Posts: 144 View Gallery Karma Komment	You should have them change the name of "his website" next to your name... __________________ Dave Come visit my web site LittleReef.com http://www.littlereef.com/MACNA_XVI.jpg

11-24-2003, 07:52 AM	#6 (permalink)
isakmp Tunicate Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1 View Gallery Karma Komment	Hey Travis, how about adding reefsantuary to this section Table 2: Some very good starting points DJ

11-24-2003, 08:26 AM	#7 (permalink)
Woodstock The Wand Geek was here. ;) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 22,861 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Great article Travis! __________________ ~Doni Marie~ *GOT ICH???* ~120 Reef Chronicle ~ *~Breeding Picasso Clownfish~* "Energy and persistence conquer all things." Benjamin Franklin __________________________________________________ ______________________________________________ 120 mixed reef, dual Reeflux 10k 250 MHs, dual Geiseman Actinic T5s,Neptune AC III, ASM g3, 2x Korallia #3, Mag 9.5 return

11-09-2005, 10:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
Cheryl Tubeworm Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Little Elm, TX Posts: 33 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: An introduction to using reef forums like this one Travis, you have proven to be my SW mentor so far!!! LOL I loved your article and it did help me 'get my feet wet'! Kudos to you neighbor!

01-13-2006, 03:45 PM	#9 (permalink)
nyfus Tunicate Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Applesprings Texas Posts: 13 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: An introduction to using reef forums like this one I should have read it sooner __________________ I aspire to glue live things to dead things and put them underwater, just to see what happens.

01-13-2006, 04:06 PM	#10 (permalink)
Travis Smilie Bartender Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,557 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: An introduction to using reef forums like this one Yeesh... I really need to have Bob fix the "my home" part. __________________ Help build the Encyclopedia of ReefKeeping Find over 1400 Reef Aquarium Articles at The Reef Aquarium Index

05-04-2007, 01:16 AM	#11 (permalink)
farasfarm Bryozoan Join Date: May 2007 Location: Dickson,TN (about an hour out of downtown Nashville) Posts: 41 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: An introduction to using reef forums like this one Thanks for the tips :-). Have a good one. Fara

08-28-2007, 01:56 PM	#12 (permalink)
Fionn_Matt325 Star Polyps Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 164 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: An introduction to using reef forums like this one I was thinking that maybe a "sticky" forum in the Just Starting Out section should be started about all the different acronym's and short forms that are floating around on the site. people can ask without going into an established thread feeling lost. __________________ 34 Gallon Red Sea Changed from 10 gal. basic freshwater after a few years. It always comes back to Nemo

08-28-2007, 08:21 PM	#14 (permalink)
AQTCJAK Tiger Shark Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 6,937 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: An introduction to using reef forums like this one Great article Travis __________________ A Wiseman once said build a stage add a pole & they will dance - Jack 2007 www.aquaticaggression.com Projects & Chronicels http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...car-buffs.html http://www.reefsanctuary.com/forums/...nts-tanks.html

08-28-2007, 09:42 PM	#15 (permalink)
Fionn_Matt325 Star Polyps Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Connecticut Posts: 164 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: An introduction to using reef forums like this one d'oh! maybe i should've explored a little first huh? thanks mps. __________________ 34 Gallon Red Sea Changed from 10 gal. basic freshwater after a few years. It always comes back to Nemo

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