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not sure, if this is what you were looking for File:A water droplet DWR-coated surface2.jpg; File:Water droplet at DWR-coated surface1.jpg.Regards.-- Mbz1 ( talk) 23:13, 23 June 2011 (UTC)
Mila, thanks a lot (I was asked to make such a photo but had no time at all). Consider this: take two photos, with and without DWR, either in one shot, or combine two images of the same material. This is because some fabrics are already made hydrophobic. Also, take a smaller shooting angle - it is more important here to show the angle between the droplet and the surface than the surface structure. In science articles such photos are always taken strictly from the side, not from top, but then they look ugly, like a drawing, thus some tilt might be Ok. It is worth getting this image right, if you have time for it. Materialscientist ( talk) 00:00, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
<indent>Angle seems Ok in File:File-Water droplet at DWR-coated surface1.jpg. Exact copies could indeed be deleted, but not otherwise - let me know if it was not an exact copy, and if you want to have it restored. Materialscientist ( talk) 00:06, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
Thanks Mbz1: I like the first, blue, image better. Think this is scientifcally enough valid, and very visually pleasing. I put it in four articles. I urge you to put in for an FP, as I feel that it has high EV. And I "heart" EV. TCO ( talk) 00:44, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
Hi, you've done good work in moving the discussion forward. Your last post suggests that you're being induced to pity individual editors ("Do no harm"). Well, any change is going to harm someone's interests if they've become used to a system for years and are not seeing the big picture; that should not stop us putting the health of the DYK process and the main page above this. Tony (talk) 05:10, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
Well, I'm certainly happy to help out. I noticed that T:DYK had some discussions regarding quartering the number of hooks per day, I assume you're looking for some number crunching to support (or oppose) that suggestion? I'm afraid I don't work using bots, I just analyze data, the information I gained from the previous RFAs was pure graft. What sort of analytics were you thinking about? WormTT · ( talk) 20:42, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
A bot would help to gather more data. There are 30-40 DYKs per day. So, 1000 a month, and 12000 a year. But maybe there is some way to do the problem, by random sampling instead. With some sort of normalization for that (my mind boggles at the stats though.)
1. I guess, I would like to understand how much DYKs are really a new user province and how much they are a clique. Some things could be the average edit count of a submitter, the tenure of a submitter, some sort of Pareto measurement ("80% of DYKs are by 20% of submitters...won't be those numbers but express it).
2. I'm a little curious to see if there is any signigicant favoritism of certain users in terms of "good time slot". But this is pretty minor and not a big deal. May not warrant the work.
3. Maybe some other examinations, that would need to be a bit more sampling based and qualitative. Brainstorming:
A. select 10 articles at random and see amount edited afterwards (I guess in bytes, or just subjectrively if tiny cut and pastes give the wrong info). To see if the articles get any traction (looking for template driven churn).
B. average length at publishing (this might be automatable).
C. Average google hit counts
D. Some qualitiatve measure of quality (I guess could write out some specs or descriptors. GA-ready (there are articles at that level, even if not rated that yet), B, C, Start (probably rate them ourselves, not use project, although that could also be an option).
E. Some sort of categorization of topics (are certain areas favored)?
TCO ( talk) 20:58, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
1) New users vs clique - the difficulty is showing the edit count at the time of submission. I was quite lucky with RfA, the edit count is posted to the talk page. When I put in my first DYK, I had less than 400 edits, I'm now well over 6k, it's a big difference. If you were just to look at the past few months, you may get a more accurate picture.
2) The good timeslot thing shouldn't happen (and I say "shouldn't", I'm sure it does sometimes) since you shouldn't be moving your own hook into the prep area.
3) Edits afterwards sounds like a very sensible idea - anecdotally, I've found that the more hooky my hooks (and generally they were quite hooky, the more they would get click throughs and the more edits happened. Google hit counts is an interesting idea. I'd suggest a decent sample - say all hooks on the first day of the month for the last year? we should be able to get some good metrics from that.
I'll have a think about it - it may be a little too much work without a bot. WormTT · ( talk) 21:22, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
I think that listserve that piotr gave for wiki research might be a good one as well. I know there are people collecting info and publishing papers on wiki and all. For DYK, the thing kinda needs a bot, unless you sample. You're talking 10000+ articles per year. I need to concentrate on couple FAC reviews for next few days...so if you want to move it forward, feel free. See here, for some initial discussion with the bot suppliers [2]. I told him I would get back to him.
If you're that hard on your own articles, you'll never get them to FAC. [3]. I think you killed this one, which would otherwise have made it. Perfection isn't going to happen. Nor does making FAC means an article is now forever "finished" and can't be improved or edited ever again. WP is never finished. S B H arris 16:17, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
Do you have some sort of problem with me? If so, I was unaware of this, and I wish you would have discussed it with me in person, rather than attacking me on a talk page behind my back.
In any case, I would kindly ask that you redact your insulting remarks about me at the WP:RFA/C and WP:RFA2011 talk pages.
I mean what did I ever do to you? Hm? Did I express my disagreement with one of your oppose !votes one time and that's your way of getting back at me?
Oh, and on a side note, the RfA Clerks proposal is purely a maintenance/housekeeping venture, similar to the numerous other systems of clerking that aren't considered "junior admins". It would have no effect on comments or discussions. Various 'uncivil comment removal' aspects of the clerking role were originally discussed, but the concept was pulled entirely-- at my suggestion. Which is ironic, considering I'm supposedly the "poster boy" of "silencing opposes". If you completely read the discussions, you would already know this, saving me the time it takes to reply to your comment.
Again, please redact those comments, and if you actually have legitimate complaints about my behavior at RfA, please do discuss it with me. However, no one has ever done so in my years at RfA, and looking back through my own comments over the past several months, I can find nothing that constitutes badgering or hassling anyone. Best regards, Swarm X 22:00, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
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The Reviewer's Barnstar | |
For reviews at FAC, you know your stuff and wonderful to see you contribute your reviews, also for TFA Peregrine Falcon input. Regards, SunCreator ( talk) 13:11, 26 June 2011 (UTC) |
You might like to do some reviews at WP:GAN if it interests you. Regards, SunCreator ( talk) 13:11, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
Thanks, extremely kindly. I will go and take a look at GAN. I've never done one, but maybe good for me to learn how. TCO ( talk) 15:49, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
OK (computer, ha, I pun!) Um...I donno. Just looking for places you could help and enjoy yourself...like in reverse. Maybe we could do one together. Or...something. What kind of music would you like that I like? TCO ( talk) 23:02, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
If the image is of any interest, I might try to do a better job. Cheers.-- Mbz1 ( talk) 18:27, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
Yeah, okay, maybe my comment was a bit melodramatic. I'll accept that characterization.
But I will also let you know that I was simply venting some frustration, and I will also ask you a question: Do you believe it's worthwhile to keep good Wikipedia editors around? If so, doesn't it make sense to pay attention to why they leave, and make sure we don't create an environment that drives them away?
Anyway, I love a good bit of sarcasm as much as the next human, so cheers. Scartol • Tok 22:26, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
Thanks you, thank you and thank you for your support with the FAC. I really feel secure when someone understands the situation that I'm going through, and feel sympathetic for myself. I feel a bit frustrated that Nikki and Nimbus are bringing up points, some of which are out of my control and against my will. I know full well that they're doing that in absolute great faith. I've got a question, if a reviewer brings up points, is the nom obliged to take them onboard and make the corresponding changes? Again, many thanks for your understanding. If you need anything, please pop by my talk page. Sp33dyphil " Ad astra" 07:07, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
Would be an honor to work with you on another. Serious. Good move on the cite revert. Glad you were able to figure that out. Please do this.
A. You, read (actually inspect each line of displayed text in Citations section) and check to make sure that it is all working. The templates can be a black box and lead to errors that one doesn't catch. Gotta check that the fly by wire is really working!
B. Request Nikki re-inspect. She does a great job of it and is a kind heart, in the end.
C. My quick skim.
TCO ( talk) 17:58, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Hey TCO, I responded at User_talk:Spencer#vote_yes_please. Happy editing, Spencer T♦ C 03:21, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Can you explain what you're seeing and what the issue is? Not trying to be dense, but just to understand. Also, what type of computer are you using, a laptop or some sort of Ipad or something? TCO ( talk) 08:44, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
I use a laptop myself and see the stuff fine. Also, do you get a scroll bar? HAve issues at other sites, other than wiki? TCO ( talk) 08:47, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
It's a desktop? Or do you mean PC versus Mac (I am on a Dell laptop myself).
How big is the monitor?
When you say, "go off the text part of the sceen, I don't get you." Do you see everything, or get a scrollbar, or the image makes the text get smaller in width? What is the problem with "going off the text part of the screen". Do you have issues with other sites or just here?
I gotta sleep now. Could you answer the rest of the questions? TCO ( talk) 09:05, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Can you show an entire screenshot please?
HOW BIG IS YOUR SCREEN? TCO ( talk) 09:08, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Hi TCO,
Please see my message regarding the shortened lead at Wikipedia:Featured_article_candidates/Rwanda/archive1 under "TCO's comments". Basically I have made a proposal on a subpage and would like you and others to review it. Thanks — Amakuru ( talk) 12:09, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Hi TCO,
Just to let you know that the Featured Picture File:Painted Turtle Distribution alternate.svg is due to make an appearance as Picture of the Day on July 2, 2011. If you get a chance, you can check and improve the caption at Template:POTD/2011-07-02. howcheng { chat} 17:01, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
TCO, can you email me at some stage, please? Tony (talk) 18:19, 29 June 2011 (UTC)
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The Special Barnstar | |
Thank you very much for your tireless work, particularly on the recent FA candidate Airbus A330. If only everyone was as understanding as you are... Sp33dyphil " Ad astra" 07:37, 30 June 2011 (UTC) |
Very cool. Thought I would need to wait until after the victory celebration. TCO ( talk) 09:29, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
Bigger while live, and how much better is that!? Tony (talk) 12:39, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
At Wikipedia:Featured picture candidates/Hurricane Rick, you said "Non-notable storm". IT IS NOTABLE. By its intensity in mb, Rick was the second most powerful storm ever recorded in the EPac basin. It was even forcasted to have it's intensity beat Linda's record. Hurricanefan25 ( talk) 16:48, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
Well, what I want to say is clear, it's in the title of the section :) But there are some more words I want to write.
I was originally uncomfortable with subsubsections in Compounds section (it's R8R Gtrs), in order they looked so incomplete. I expanded then a bit, added refs, and they seem OK to me now. (Also, economical data for fluorine is hard to find, see also here) I fixed some of your issues, but not all. I'm planning to come back in early August, to start FAC in mid-month. Possibly (unlikely but still possibly) I'll be back later. Please help the article while I'm away. I thought to be able myself before July starts, but I had less time than expected, plans changed, I'm leaving. No Internet until August, 5 at earliest
P.S. If there's something you want to write to me, go ahead. I'll be back for a day or two in July, (1—)2.-- R8R Gtrs ( talk) 14:05, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
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The Eloquent Handshake |
Seems to work without problems ;-). Can you give me browser/OS information?Did you fill in all the fields? I used "An award for you" in header, "The Eloquent Handshake" in title, and "Shake hand.jpg" in image filename. Eloquence * 22:42, 1 July 2011 (UTC) |
Windows 7, IE. I have been successful with kittens and food. Filled out all the spaces. Tried it with you and another person. Got the message "Something went wrong when retrieving the image. Please try again." in red. TCO ( talk) 22:45, 1 July 2011 (UTC)
Could you try it using a sock account without admin or developer permissions?
TCO (
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Make your own |
I'm a complete non-everything, but I managed it quite easily. Malleus Fatuorum 03:38, 2 July 2011 (UTC) |
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Yeah... |
I should've seen that coming. I'll take it in the sense that was intended. :-P And I probably would if someone else sent me one, too... BenRG ( talk) 05:26, 2 July 2011 (UTC) |
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You Asked For It |
You asked for a non-admin, non-developer, normal person to send you a make your own, using that handshake file at Wikipedia:Village pump (miscellaneous) GB fan ( talk) 21:21, 2 July 2011 (UTC) |
I've only just started seeing you around places (FPC, FAC, MissMJ's talk), and yet your talk page archives go back to 2008. Have our paths crossed before without me realising or have you recently changed your username? Best, Matthewedwards : Chat 22:49, 3 July 2011 (UTC)
Since you commented a couple weeks ago, would you mind taking another look at the cirrus cloud article and its associated FAC and commenting as to whether you think it meets the criteria? Thanks! Reaper Eternal ( talk) 19:25, 4 July 2011 (UTC)
Could an admin that is a bit of a IARer, please give me a one month break please? Talk page off and all. No wiki-drama-mamaz honest. Just got some things I need to do and spend less time on the net. TCO ( talk) 16:33, 5 July 2011 (UTC)
Thanks for the heads-up on the FAC situation for Manhattan Project. That article has been on my watchlist for about forever, but I seldom visit it because I get overwhelmed by the geopolitical POV and misinformation that I have often found there. Time to take another look, apparently! -- Orlady ( talk) 19:13, 7 July 2011 (UTC)
Good luck. Hang in there. You can get it done (whatever it is)! TCO ( talk) 13:27, 8 July 2011 (UTC)
Just look at this. Saint-Gaudens was a genius.-- Wehwalt ( talk) 02:19, 7 July 2011 (UTC)
Ever heard of the Pugachev's Cobra? Ever heard of a Sukhoi, or a MiG? Ever heard of "Foxbats", "Flankers", "Fulcrums", or Fullback"? Do you know what they are? Do you know what the Soviet aerospace industry is like? Do you know who the Americans really fear? Do you know how much headache it caused to the West? Do you know how much attention the fighters are getting? If the answer is NO, then there are clearly some catching up to do. During the next few days, I'll be working on the MiG-29K, Su-34, Su-35 and Su-37. I want to bring them all up to the same standard as the Su-33. If you want to participate, please come along and help out. Don't be hesitant. Give the Soviet aerospace industry the recognition it really deserves. Sp33dyphil " Ad astra" 11:42, 8 July 2011 (UTC)
Is that like the Shelby Cobra? ;-)
TCO ( talk) 12:15, 8 July 2011 (UTC)
I can't imagine that paint would be the best program for it. I'll be honest, I'm not that up on this stuff myself- my usual approach is this :) J Milburn ( talk) 00:31, 9 July 2011 (UTC)
Would you like to review my article Canoe River train crash, presently at PR? It is the third in my Diefenbaker series. But if you haven't heard of Macdonald, doubt you've heard of Diefenbaker!-- Wehwalt ( talk) 00:44, 9 July 2011 (UTC)
And Chamberlain siad that Churchill's text could be best edited with a pair of scissors! (a little advertising for my Rise of Neville Chamberlain, which gets few hits.-- Wehwalt ( talk) 19:56, 9 July 2011 (UTC)
Why is that word a problem? I've changed what you edited only slightly, but I think "transfer to the Korean War" can't stand, I think it is necessary to state they were going to Korea. They were some of Canada's best troops, actually.-- Wehwalt ( talk) 12:58, 10 July 2011 (UTC)
Hej TCO!
I remember that you like science fiction. Have you read any of these fellow's books?
Just read the description of one character, Jack Shaftoe ("he who fucks shit up").
To quote, Tony the Tiger, "They're great!!!"
Another bonus is that many of them are thick, and so the perfect evening reading during the summer or during WikiBreaks. I'm about to take one, myself.
Cheers, Kiefer. Wolfowitz 13:23, 10 July 2011 (UTC)
If you are bored, maybe do a peer review here. I've had some clashes with this guy before, basically because he has fixed ideas of what content is/is not relevant to a song article but in this case he is specifically open to anybody outside of the music section reviewing, so figure it deserves a shoot. Only if it's interesting to you of course. Regards, SunCreator ( talk) 18:26, 10 July 2011 (UTC)
Hi, shouldn't you state how many points Painted turtle would get for the consideration on the page? Regards Hekerui ( talk) 19:25, 11 July 2011 (UTC)
I've hidden your edit summary from the Talk:Main Page revision history. In the future, please simply revert inappropriate edits without attacking their authors. Thank you. — David Levy 09:51, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
Hey, I'm trying to understand why you're objecting to moving File:Stover at Yale book cover image.jpg to commons. Though the file was initially deleted, that decision was overturned. You yourself provided the OTRS for this image, available at Ticket:2011030910014184. I've re-added the {{ mtc}} tag to the image, because your objection to it didn't seem to relate to a policy. If you still feel that the image should not be uploaded to commons, I will request a third opinion. -- Gyrobo ( talk) 15:04, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
Hello! I've been mulling over criteria for what I feel would be acceptable for recall and I'd like it to where only a select few editors I trust can ask for my recall. I'd like you to be one of those editors. I've outlined the process here. If there is any reason you would not like to be on this list, for example maybe you object to recall or perhaps you don't want to deal with the drama involved, could you please let me know?--v/r - T P 18:40, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
I was reading through the commentary on your turtle blurb then I came upon a word indicating that all of this is about female dogs. So that others are not confused as I was, I suggest you redact that word.-- Wehwalt ( talk) 16:45, 13 July 2011 (UTC)
Hello! This is a note to let the main editors of this article know that it will be appearing as the main page featured article on July 20, 2011. You can view the TFA blurb at Wikipedia:Today's featured article/July 20, 2011. If the previous blurb needs tweaking, you might change it—following the instructions of the suggested formatting. If this article needs any attention or maintenance, it would be preferable if that could be done before its appearance on the Main Page so Wikipedia doesn't look bad. :D Thanks! Tbhotch. ™ Grammatically incorrect? Correct it! See terms and conditions. 03:13, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
The painted turtle is the only species of Chrysemys, a genus of Emydidae: the pond turtle family. It lives in slow-moving freshwaters, from southern Canada to the Louisiana Gulf Coast and northern Mexico, and from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Fossils show that the painted turtle existed 15 million years ago, but four regionally based subspecies (the eastern, midland, southern, and western) evolved during the last ice age. The adult female is 10–25 cm (4–10 in) long and weighs 300–500 g (11–18 oz); the male is smaller. The turtle's shell is smooth, oval, and flat-bottomed. Its skin is olive to black with red, orange, or yellow stripes on its extremities. Reliant on warmth from its surroundings, the painted turtle is active only during the day when it basks for hours on logs or rocks. During winter, the turtle hibernates, usually in the muddy bottoms of waterways. The turtles mate in spring and autumn; between late spring and mid-summer females dig nests on land and lay their eggs. Hatched turtles grow until sexual maturity: 2–9 years for males, 6–16 for females. Adults in the wild can live for more than 55 years. ( more...)
I offer my heartfelt thanks for your loyal support during the FA candidacy of
Airbus A330. Without your words of encouragement and helpful edits/advice, I don't think I would have lasted another second in the professional FAC environment. Thanks
Sp33dyphil "
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astra"
09:16, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
Our webby friend has a distracting black line above his head and to her or his left (bars in tank), could this be removed prior to main page appearance. Regards,
SunCreator (
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09:46, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
Hi TCO, could you take a look at the new blurb at Wikipedia:Today's featured article/requests#August 17 and tell me what you think? Thanks Crisco 1492 ( talk) 13:42, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
For what it's worth, if you took offense at my suggestion that you might have remembered a discussion in which you took part then I'm sorry.
Regarding this:
I'm concerned after seeing you nominate a bunch of templates for deletion because you disagreed with their style (and got roundly defeated btw) that you are trying to "work the system" or get things in "policy" to support your style views. I'm sure you are a good guy or think you are a good guy (AGF, blabla), but maybe take a step back and consider how much you are helping build things versus how much having Internet battles you try to win.
If I wanted your advice on my participation on TfD I'd ask for it, and not on MoS talk. The public contributions list is not there for people to go trawling through unrelated discussions looking for ways to attack editors they happen to disagree with. Chris Cunningham (user:thumperward) - talk 15:34, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
Just wanted to swing by and thank you for the review of "Indian Camp" - also was extremely grouchy at the time, so.... Anyway, I noticed an image of a bookcover on your page, and having had problems with covers like that, thought this very long conversation might be helpful, should you ever need it. Would be happy to provide the bottom line, if necessary. Truthkeeper88 ( talk) 19:23, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
Thanks. I knew I was going to screw something up :) - RunningOnBrains( talk) 01:35, 15 July 2011 (UTC)
Yeah baby! I know I'm super late, but is there anything that needs doing in the next few days? I've been swamped; I don't think I will have much opportunity to seriously edit for quite some time, but the next few days before picta's front page appearance are open for me. -- NYMFan69-86 ( talk) 02:16, 15 July 2011 (UTC)
Hi, TCO. I notice that you're interested in promoting media files to Wikipedia:Featured picture, etc. I'm no photographer, but sometimes add diagrams to articles about zoology and paleontology. I see that Wikipedia:Featured_picture_criteria says "It is a photograph, diagram, image or animation which is among the best examples of a given subject that the encyclopedia has to offer". Do you think the colour-coded diagram of a jumping spider at Portia_fimbriata#Body_structure_and_appearance has a chance? How about Template:Annotated_image/Porifera_cell_types or the lead pic at Cambrian substrate revolution? Al of these are annotated using Template:Annotated image, which I use a lot - the template's page explains its advantages, and Template:Annotated image/doc/Samples shows some tricks it can do. -- Philcha ( talk) 10:50, 15 July 2011 (UTC)
I think better diagrams are important for Wiki and that we all need to get better at them. That said, I don't know that much. Part of critiqueing stuff is to try and learn. Similarly, you should toss something into FP and just learn from the experience.
Of the three, the spider looks pretty unfeaturable for multiple reasons. Also, I'm a bit concerned that template is leading to worse looking images (prominent key). I would try with one of the other two.
Would run 'gram through Graphics Lab wikidesk first and ask for any improvements prior to FP (and credit the helper). They may want it converted to svg and helper may have other upgrades. The seafloor thing would benefit from labeling it as seafloor (took me a while of looking at it to realize that it was not just ground on shore). It has the impressive look and complication to be an FP, but could maybe use a very careful go-over to ensure that it is clear and efficient info transmission. The seal diagram is a bit clearer although the key seems big compared to the content and maybe colors could be better (not sure, just an idea).
TCO ( reviews needed) 14:07, 15 July 2011 (UTC)
I replied to you at Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Tyrol5. Regards, AGK [ • 00:36, 17 July 2011 (UTC)
You're right, normally we wouldn't use a US coin as a scale for a photograph, but it looks like that's the only free image available of the animal period, let alone one with scale. There's a photo with a person holding a specimen for scale floating around Google Images, but I've been unable to track down the provenance. -- Danger ( talk) 17:48, 17 July 2011 (UTC)
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Featured picture candidate has been promoted Your nomination for
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File:Ames Process uranium biscuit.jpg, gained a consensus of support, and has been promoted. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at
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Regarding your comments at Wikipedia:Featured sound candidates/Two Oceana National Anthems, I have added both to the country articles, but neither composer has an identifiable article. You are required to change your own vote.-- TonyTheTiger ( T/ C/ BIO/ WP:CHICAGO/ WP:FOUR) 07:40, 18 July 2011 (UTC)
TCO,
There is an annual summer lull at FS. No FSC noms were logged between the following dates:
Good insight and nice analysis. I wonder if FP (or other content processes) have a lull as well. Leaving that point aside, how do you feel about the merger. I was just throwing it out as an idea, not wedded to it. Just wondering if the 'pedia benefits more with separate desks or together. TCO ( reviews needed) 21:23, 18 July 2011 (UTC)
Awww...this kitten is saying "Drmies is really sorry for just having out-WikiLoved you unless you have more than 18 in which case the next WikiLove message will have a pitbull snarling at you." Isn't that sweet?
Drmies (
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01:28, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
You're cheating. I didn't feel love come through. Let me kiss my kittycat that is laying up against the laptop IRL. Done. She mewed.
That's wild. Did not know there was a ladderboard and I was so far up it. I think I was just an early adopter. The crusty shellback types were all afflutter about it. Think they still want to date link!
P.s. I had one that I wanted to do, but my account would not create ones. Pretty on topic one actually (handshake picture)
TCO ( reviews needed) 01:36, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
Thank you for your comments at Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Harold Pinter/archive1 which helped in the process of getting this article to FA status. Jezhotwells ( talk) 16:40, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
Thank you for your comments on the cirrus cloud FAC, which recently passed. Cheers! Reaper Eternal ( talk) 17:22, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
[6] Isn't the point of RfA to see if the community trusts you enough? -- Σ talk contribs 21:25, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
It's kinda difficult not to watch nic picking on Painted turtle. It's like I can't watch but I feel unpulsed to watch anyway. Malleus has explained before how crazy having an article on the main pages makes him. Step away if it drives you crazy. Regards, SunCreator ( talk) 01:34, 20 July 2011 (UTC)
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The Reptile Award |
P. guttata would like to congratulate you on your successful efforts in increasing awareness of the beauty and wonder of reptiles. I would too, but with less of a lisp. Danger ( talk) 02:50, 20 July 2011 (UTC) |
Very cool. Thank you. Article was a labor of love.
TCO (
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02:57, 20 July 2011 (UTC)
At http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Template_talk:Did_you_know#Articles_created.2Fexpanded_on_July_20 - thank you again for your contribution. Andy Mabbett (User:Pigsonthewing); Andy's talk; Andy's edits 11:19, 20 July 2011 (UTC)
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not sure, if this is what you were looking for File:A water droplet DWR-coated surface2.jpg; File:Water droplet at DWR-coated surface1.jpg.Regards.-- Mbz1 ( talk) 23:13, 23 June 2011 (UTC)
Mila, thanks a lot (I was asked to make such a photo but had no time at all). Consider this: take two photos, with and without DWR, either in one shot, or combine two images of the same material. This is because some fabrics are already made hydrophobic. Also, take a smaller shooting angle - it is more important here to show the angle between the droplet and the surface than the surface structure. In science articles such photos are always taken strictly from the side, not from top, but then they look ugly, like a drawing, thus some tilt might be Ok. It is worth getting this image right, if you have time for it. Materialscientist ( talk) 00:00, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
<indent>Angle seems Ok in File:File-Water droplet at DWR-coated surface1.jpg. Exact copies could indeed be deleted, but not otherwise - let me know if it was not an exact copy, and if you want to have it restored. Materialscientist ( talk) 00:06, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
Thanks Mbz1: I like the first, blue, image better. Think this is scientifcally enough valid, and very visually pleasing. I put it in four articles. I urge you to put in for an FP, as I feel that it has high EV. And I "heart" EV. TCO ( talk) 00:44, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
Hi, you've done good work in moving the discussion forward. Your last post suggests that you're being induced to pity individual editors ("Do no harm"). Well, any change is going to harm someone's interests if they've become used to a system for years and are not seeing the big picture; that should not stop us putting the health of the DYK process and the main page above this. Tony (talk) 05:10, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
Well, I'm certainly happy to help out. I noticed that T:DYK had some discussions regarding quartering the number of hooks per day, I assume you're looking for some number crunching to support (or oppose) that suggestion? I'm afraid I don't work using bots, I just analyze data, the information I gained from the previous RFAs was pure graft. What sort of analytics were you thinking about? WormTT · ( talk) 20:42, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
A bot would help to gather more data. There are 30-40 DYKs per day. So, 1000 a month, and 12000 a year. But maybe there is some way to do the problem, by random sampling instead. With some sort of normalization for that (my mind boggles at the stats though.)
1. I guess, I would like to understand how much DYKs are really a new user province and how much they are a clique. Some things could be the average edit count of a submitter, the tenure of a submitter, some sort of Pareto measurement ("80% of DYKs are by 20% of submitters...won't be those numbers but express it).
2. I'm a little curious to see if there is any signigicant favoritism of certain users in terms of "good time slot". But this is pretty minor and not a big deal. May not warrant the work.
3. Maybe some other examinations, that would need to be a bit more sampling based and qualitative. Brainstorming:
A. select 10 articles at random and see amount edited afterwards (I guess in bytes, or just subjectrively if tiny cut and pastes give the wrong info). To see if the articles get any traction (looking for template driven churn).
B. average length at publishing (this might be automatable).
C. Average google hit counts
D. Some qualitiatve measure of quality (I guess could write out some specs or descriptors. GA-ready (there are articles at that level, even if not rated that yet), B, C, Start (probably rate them ourselves, not use project, although that could also be an option).
E. Some sort of categorization of topics (are certain areas favored)?
TCO ( talk) 20:58, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
1) New users vs clique - the difficulty is showing the edit count at the time of submission. I was quite lucky with RfA, the edit count is posted to the talk page. When I put in my first DYK, I had less than 400 edits, I'm now well over 6k, it's a big difference. If you were just to look at the past few months, you may get a more accurate picture.
2) The good timeslot thing shouldn't happen (and I say "shouldn't", I'm sure it does sometimes) since you shouldn't be moving your own hook into the prep area.
3) Edits afterwards sounds like a very sensible idea - anecdotally, I've found that the more hooky my hooks (and generally they were quite hooky, the more they would get click throughs and the more edits happened. Google hit counts is an interesting idea. I'd suggest a decent sample - say all hooks on the first day of the month for the last year? we should be able to get some good metrics from that.
I'll have a think about it - it may be a little too much work without a bot. WormTT · ( talk) 21:22, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
I think that listserve that piotr gave for wiki research might be a good one as well. I know there are people collecting info and publishing papers on wiki and all. For DYK, the thing kinda needs a bot, unless you sample. You're talking 10000+ articles per year. I need to concentrate on couple FAC reviews for next few days...so if you want to move it forward, feel free. See here, for some initial discussion with the bot suppliers [2]. I told him I would get back to him.
If you're that hard on your own articles, you'll never get them to FAC. [3]. I think you killed this one, which would otherwise have made it. Perfection isn't going to happen. Nor does making FAC means an article is now forever "finished" and can't be improved or edited ever again. WP is never finished. S B H arris 16:17, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
Do you have some sort of problem with me? If so, I was unaware of this, and I wish you would have discussed it with me in person, rather than attacking me on a talk page behind my back.
In any case, I would kindly ask that you redact your insulting remarks about me at the WP:RFA/C and WP:RFA2011 talk pages.
I mean what did I ever do to you? Hm? Did I express my disagreement with one of your oppose !votes one time and that's your way of getting back at me?
Oh, and on a side note, the RfA Clerks proposal is purely a maintenance/housekeeping venture, similar to the numerous other systems of clerking that aren't considered "junior admins". It would have no effect on comments or discussions. Various 'uncivil comment removal' aspects of the clerking role were originally discussed, but the concept was pulled entirely-- at my suggestion. Which is ironic, considering I'm supposedly the "poster boy" of "silencing opposes". If you completely read the discussions, you would already know this, saving me the time it takes to reply to your comment.
Again, please redact those comments, and if you actually have legitimate complaints about my behavior at RfA, please do discuss it with me. However, no one has ever done so in my years at RfA, and looking back through my own comments over the past several months, I can find nothing that constitutes badgering or hassling anyone. Best regards, Swarm X 22:00, 25 June 2011 (UTC)
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The Reviewer's Barnstar | |
For reviews at FAC, you know your stuff and wonderful to see you contribute your reviews, also for TFA Peregrine Falcon input. Regards, SunCreator ( talk) 13:11, 26 June 2011 (UTC) |
You might like to do some reviews at WP:GAN if it interests you. Regards, SunCreator ( talk) 13:11, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
Thanks, extremely kindly. I will go and take a look at GAN. I've never done one, but maybe good for me to learn how. TCO ( talk) 15:49, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
OK (computer, ha, I pun!) Um...I donno. Just looking for places you could help and enjoy yourself...like in reverse. Maybe we could do one together. Or...something. What kind of music would you like that I like? TCO ( talk) 23:02, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
If the image is of any interest, I might try to do a better job. Cheers.-- Mbz1 ( talk) 18:27, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
Yeah, okay, maybe my comment was a bit melodramatic. I'll accept that characterization.
But I will also let you know that I was simply venting some frustration, and I will also ask you a question: Do you believe it's worthwhile to keep good Wikipedia editors around? If so, doesn't it make sense to pay attention to why they leave, and make sure we don't create an environment that drives them away?
Anyway, I love a good bit of sarcasm as much as the next human, so cheers. Scartol • Tok 22:26, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
Thanks you, thank you and thank you for your support with the FAC. I really feel secure when someone understands the situation that I'm going through, and feel sympathetic for myself. I feel a bit frustrated that Nikki and Nimbus are bringing up points, some of which are out of my control and against my will. I know full well that they're doing that in absolute great faith. I've got a question, if a reviewer brings up points, is the nom obliged to take them onboard and make the corresponding changes? Again, many thanks for your understanding. If you need anything, please pop by my talk page. Sp33dyphil " Ad astra" 07:07, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
Would be an honor to work with you on another. Serious. Good move on the cite revert. Glad you were able to figure that out. Please do this.
A. You, read (actually inspect each line of displayed text in Citations section) and check to make sure that it is all working. The templates can be a black box and lead to errors that one doesn't catch. Gotta check that the fly by wire is really working!
B. Request Nikki re-inspect. She does a great job of it and is a kind heart, in the end.
C. My quick skim.
TCO ( talk) 17:58, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Hey TCO, I responded at User_talk:Spencer#vote_yes_please. Happy editing, Spencer T♦ C 03:21, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Can you explain what you're seeing and what the issue is? Not trying to be dense, but just to understand. Also, what type of computer are you using, a laptop or some sort of Ipad or something? TCO ( talk) 08:44, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
I use a laptop myself and see the stuff fine. Also, do you get a scroll bar? HAve issues at other sites, other than wiki? TCO ( talk) 08:47, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
It's a desktop? Or do you mean PC versus Mac (I am on a Dell laptop myself).
How big is the monitor?
When you say, "go off the text part of the sceen, I don't get you." Do you see everything, or get a scrollbar, or the image makes the text get smaller in width? What is the problem with "going off the text part of the screen". Do you have issues with other sites or just here?
I gotta sleep now. Could you answer the rest of the questions? TCO ( talk) 09:05, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Can you show an entire screenshot please?
HOW BIG IS YOUR SCREEN? TCO ( talk) 09:08, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Hi TCO,
Please see my message regarding the shortened lead at Wikipedia:Featured_article_candidates/Rwanda/archive1 under "TCO's comments". Basically I have made a proposal on a subpage and would like you and others to review it. Thanks — Amakuru ( talk) 12:09, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
Hi TCO,
Just to let you know that the Featured Picture File:Painted Turtle Distribution alternate.svg is due to make an appearance as Picture of the Day on July 2, 2011. If you get a chance, you can check and improve the caption at Template:POTD/2011-07-02. howcheng { chat} 17:01, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
TCO, can you email me at some stage, please? Tony (talk) 18:19, 29 June 2011 (UTC)
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The Special Barnstar | |
Thank you very much for your tireless work, particularly on the recent FA candidate Airbus A330. If only everyone was as understanding as you are... Sp33dyphil " Ad astra" 07:37, 30 June 2011 (UTC) |
Very cool. Thought I would need to wait until after the victory celebration. TCO ( talk) 09:29, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
Bigger while live, and how much better is that!? Tony (talk) 12:39, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
At Wikipedia:Featured picture candidates/Hurricane Rick, you said "Non-notable storm". IT IS NOTABLE. By its intensity in mb, Rick was the second most powerful storm ever recorded in the EPac basin. It was even forcasted to have it's intensity beat Linda's record. Hurricanefan25 ( talk) 16:48, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
Well, what I want to say is clear, it's in the title of the section :) But there are some more words I want to write.
I was originally uncomfortable with subsubsections in Compounds section (it's R8R Gtrs), in order they looked so incomplete. I expanded then a bit, added refs, and they seem OK to me now. (Also, economical data for fluorine is hard to find, see also here) I fixed some of your issues, but not all. I'm planning to come back in early August, to start FAC in mid-month. Possibly (unlikely but still possibly) I'll be back later. Please help the article while I'm away. I thought to be able myself before July starts, but I had less time than expected, plans changed, I'm leaving. No Internet until August, 5 at earliest
P.S. If there's something you want to write to me, go ahead. I'll be back for a day or two in July, (1—)2.-- R8R Gtrs ( talk) 14:05, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
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The Eloquent Handshake |
Seems to work without problems ;-). Can you give me browser/OS information?Did you fill in all the fields? I used "An award for you" in header, "The Eloquent Handshake" in title, and "Shake hand.jpg" in image filename. Eloquence * 22:42, 1 July 2011 (UTC) |
Windows 7, IE. I have been successful with kittens and food. Filled out all the spaces. Tried it with you and another person. Got the message "Something went wrong when retrieving the image. Please try again." in red. TCO ( talk) 22:45, 1 July 2011 (UTC)
Could you try it using a sock account without admin or developer permissions?
TCO (
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Make your own |
I'm a complete non-everything, but I managed it quite easily. Malleus Fatuorum 03:38, 2 July 2011 (UTC) |
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Yeah... |
I should've seen that coming. I'll take it in the sense that was intended. :-P And I probably would if someone else sent me one, too... BenRG ( talk) 05:26, 2 July 2011 (UTC) |
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You Asked For It |
You asked for a non-admin, non-developer, normal person to send you a make your own, using that handshake file at Wikipedia:Village pump (miscellaneous) GB fan ( talk) 21:21, 2 July 2011 (UTC) |
I've only just started seeing you around places (FPC, FAC, MissMJ's talk), and yet your talk page archives go back to 2008. Have our paths crossed before without me realising or have you recently changed your username? Best, Matthewedwards : Chat 22:49, 3 July 2011 (UTC)
Since you commented a couple weeks ago, would you mind taking another look at the cirrus cloud article and its associated FAC and commenting as to whether you think it meets the criteria? Thanks! Reaper Eternal ( talk) 19:25, 4 July 2011 (UTC)
Could an admin that is a bit of a IARer, please give me a one month break please? Talk page off and all. No wiki-drama-mamaz honest. Just got some things I need to do and spend less time on the net. TCO ( talk) 16:33, 5 July 2011 (UTC)
Thanks for the heads-up on the FAC situation for Manhattan Project. That article has been on my watchlist for about forever, but I seldom visit it because I get overwhelmed by the geopolitical POV and misinformation that I have often found there. Time to take another look, apparently! -- Orlady ( talk) 19:13, 7 July 2011 (UTC)
Good luck. Hang in there. You can get it done (whatever it is)! TCO ( talk) 13:27, 8 July 2011 (UTC)
Just look at this. Saint-Gaudens was a genius.-- Wehwalt ( talk) 02:19, 7 July 2011 (UTC)
Ever heard of the Pugachev's Cobra? Ever heard of a Sukhoi, or a MiG? Ever heard of "Foxbats", "Flankers", "Fulcrums", or Fullback"? Do you know what they are? Do you know what the Soviet aerospace industry is like? Do you know who the Americans really fear? Do you know how much headache it caused to the West? Do you know how much attention the fighters are getting? If the answer is NO, then there are clearly some catching up to do. During the next few days, I'll be working on the MiG-29K, Su-34, Su-35 and Su-37. I want to bring them all up to the same standard as the Su-33. If you want to participate, please come along and help out. Don't be hesitant. Give the Soviet aerospace industry the recognition it really deserves. Sp33dyphil " Ad astra" 11:42, 8 July 2011 (UTC)
Is that like the Shelby Cobra? ;-)
TCO ( talk) 12:15, 8 July 2011 (UTC)
I can't imagine that paint would be the best program for it. I'll be honest, I'm not that up on this stuff myself- my usual approach is this :) J Milburn ( talk) 00:31, 9 July 2011 (UTC)
Would you like to review my article Canoe River train crash, presently at PR? It is the third in my Diefenbaker series. But if you haven't heard of Macdonald, doubt you've heard of Diefenbaker!-- Wehwalt ( talk) 00:44, 9 July 2011 (UTC)
And Chamberlain siad that Churchill's text could be best edited with a pair of scissors! (a little advertising for my Rise of Neville Chamberlain, which gets few hits.-- Wehwalt ( talk) 19:56, 9 July 2011 (UTC)
Why is that word a problem? I've changed what you edited only slightly, but I think "transfer to the Korean War" can't stand, I think it is necessary to state they were going to Korea. They were some of Canada's best troops, actually.-- Wehwalt ( talk) 12:58, 10 July 2011 (UTC)
Hej TCO!
I remember that you like science fiction. Have you read any of these fellow's books?
Just read the description of one character, Jack Shaftoe ("he who fucks shit up").
To quote, Tony the Tiger, "They're great!!!"
Another bonus is that many of them are thick, and so the perfect evening reading during the summer or during WikiBreaks. I'm about to take one, myself.
Cheers, Kiefer. Wolfowitz 13:23, 10 July 2011 (UTC)
If you are bored, maybe do a peer review here. I've had some clashes with this guy before, basically because he has fixed ideas of what content is/is not relevant to a song article but in this case he is specifically open to anybody outside of the music section reviewing, so figure it deserves a shoot. Only if it's interesting to you of course. Regards, SunCreator ( talk) 18:26, 10 July 2011 (UTC)
Hi, shouldn't you state how many points Painted turtle would get for the consideration on the page? Regards Hekerui ( talk) 19:25, 11 July 2011 (UTC)
I've hidden your edit summary from the Talk:Main Page revision history. In the future, please simply revert inappropriate edits without attacking their authors. Thank you. — David Levy 09:51, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
Hey, I'm trying to understand why you're objecting to moving File:Stover at Yale book cover image.jpg to commons. Though the file was initially deleted, that decision was overturned. You yourself provided the OTRS for this image, available at Ticket:2011030910014184. I've re-added the {{ mtc}} tag to the image, because your objection to it didn't seem to relate to a policy. If you still feel that the image should not be uploaded to commons, I will request a third opinion. -- Gyrobo ( talk) 15:04, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
Hello! I've been mulling over criteria for what I feel would be acceptable for recall and I'd like it to where only a select few editors I trust can ask for my recall. I'd like you to be one of those editors. I've outlined the process here. If there is any reason you would not like to be on this list, for example maybe you object to recall or perhaps you don't want to deal with the drama involved, could you please let me know?--v/r - T P 18:40, 12 July 2011 (UTC)
I was reading through the commentary on your turtle blurb then I came upon a word indicating that all of this is about female dogs. So that others are not confused as I was, I suggest you redact that word.-- Wehwalt ( talk) 16:45, 13 July 2011 (UTC)
Hello! This is a note to let the main editors of this article know that it will be appearing as the main page featured article on July 20, 2011. You can view the TFA blurb at Wikipedia:Today's featured article/July 20, 2011. If the previous blurb needs tweaking, you might change it—following the instructions of the suggested formatting. If this article needs any attention or maintenance, it would be preferable if that could be done before its appearance on the Main Page so Wikipedia doesn't look bad. :D Thanks! Tbhotch. ™ Grammatically incorrect? Correct it! See terms and conditions. 03:13, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
The painted turtle is the only species of Chrysemys, a genus of Emydidae: the pond turtle family. It lives in slow-moving freshwaters, from southern Canada to the Louisiana Gulf Coast and northern Mexico, and from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Fossils show that the painted turtle existed 15 million years ago, but four regionally based subspecies (the eastern, midland, southern, and western) evolved during the last ice age. The adult female is 10–25 cm (4–10 in) long and weighs 300–500 g (11–18 oz); the male is smaller. The turtle's shell is smooth, oval, and flat-bottomed. Its skin is olive to black with red, orange, or yellow stripes on its extremities. Reliant on warmth from its surroundings, the painted turtle is active only during the day when it basks for hours on logs or rocks. During winter, the turtle hibernates, usually in the muddy bottoms of waterways. The turtles mate in spring and autumn; between late spring and mid-summer females dig nests on land and lay their eggs. Hatched turtles grow until sexual maturity: 2–9 years for males, 6–16 for females. Adults in the wild can live for more than 55 years. ( more...)
I offer my heartfelt thanks for your loyal support during the FA candidacy of
Airbus A330. Without your words of encouragement and helpful edits/advice, I don't think I would have lasted another second in the professional FAC environment. Thanks
Sp33dyphil "
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astra"
09:16, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
Our webby friend has a distracting black line above his head and to her or his left (bars in tank), could this be removed prior to main page appearance. Regards,
SunCreator (
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09:46, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
Hi TCO, could you take a look at the new blurb at Wikipedia:Today's featured article/requests#August 17 and tell me what you think? Thanks Crisco 1492 ( talk) 13:42, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
For what it's worth, if you took offense at my suggestion that you might have remembered a discussion in which you took part then I'm sorry.
Regarding this:
I'm concerned after seeing you nominate a bunch of templates for deletion because you disagreed with their style (and got roundly defeated btw) that you are trying to "work the system" or get things in "policy" to support your style views. I'm sure you are a good guy or think you are a good guy (AGF, blabla), but maybe take a step back and consider how much you are helping build things versus how much having Internet battles you try to win.
If I wanted your advice on my participation on TfD I'd ask for it, and not on MoS talk. The public contributions list is not there for people to go trawling through unrelated discussions looking for ways to attack editors they happen to disagree with. Chris Cunningham (user:thumperward) - talk 15:34, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
Just wanted to swing by and thank you for the review of "Indian Camp" - also was extremely grouchy at the time, so.... Anyway, I noticed an image of a bookcover on your page, and having had problems with covers like that, thought this very long conversation might be helpful, should you ever need it. Would be happy to provide the bottom line, if necessary. Truthkeeper88 ( talk) 19:23, 14 July 2011 (UTC)
Thanks. I knew I was going to screw something up :) - RunningOnBrains( talk) 01:35, 15 July 2011 (UTC)
Yeah baby! I know I'm super late, but is there anything that needs doing in the next few days? I've been swamped; I don't think I will have much opportunity to seriously edit for quite some time, but the next few days before picta's front page appearance are open for me. -- NYMFan69-86 ( talk) 02:16, 15 July 2011 (UTC)
Hi, TCO. I notice that you're interested in promoting media files to Wikipedia:Featured picture, etc. I'm no photographer, but sometimes add diagrams to articles about zoology and paleontology. I see that Wikipedia:Featured_picture_criteria says "It is a photograph, diagram, image or animation which is among the best examples of a given subject that the encyclopedia has to offer". Do you think the colour-coded diagram of a jumping spider at Portia_fimbriata#Body_structure_and_appearance has a chance? How about Template:Annotated_image/Porifera_cell_types or the lead pic at Cambrian substrate revolution? Al of these are annotated using Template:Annotated image, which I use a lot - the template's page explains its advantages, and Template:Annotated image/doc/Samples shows some tricks it can do. -- Philcha ( talk) 10:50, 15 July 2011 (UTC)
I think better diagrams are important for Wiki and that we all need to get better at them. That said, I don't know that much. Part of critiqueing stuff is to try and learn. Similarly, you should toss something into FP and just learn from the experience.
Of the three, the spider looks pretty unfeaturable for multiple reasons. Also, I'm a bit concerned that template is leading to worse looking images (prominent key). I would try with one of the other two.
Would run 'gram through Graphics Lab wikidesk first and ask for any improvements prior to FP (and credit the helper). They may want it converted to svg and helper may have other upgrades. The seafloor thing would benefit from labeling it as seafloor (took me a while of looking at it to realize that it was not just ground on shore). It has the impressive look and complication to be an FP, but could maybe use a very careful go-over to ensure that it is clear and efficient info transmission. The seal diagram is a bit clearer although the key seems big compared to the content and maybe colors could be better (not sure, just an idea).
TCO ( reviews needed) 14:07, 15 July 2011 (UTC)
I replied to you at Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Tyrol5. Regards, AGK [ • 00:36, 17 July 2011 (UTC)
You're right, normally we wouldn't use a US coin as a scale for a photograph, but it looks like that's the only free image available of the animal period, let alone one with scale. There's a photo with a person holding a specimen for scale floating around Google Images, but I've been unable to track down the provenance. -- Danger ( talk) 17:48, 17 July 2011 (UTC)
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File:Ames Process uranium biscuit.jpg, gained a consensus of support, and has been promoted. If you would like to nominate another image, please do so at
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Regarding your comments at Wikipedia:Featured sound candidates/Two Oceana National Anthems, I have added both to the country articles, but neither composer has an identifiable article. You are required to change your own vote.-- TonyTheTiger ( T/ C/ BIO/ WP:CHICAGO/ WP:FOUR) 07:40, 18 July 2011 (UTC)
TCO,
There is an annual summer lull at FS. No FSC noms were logged between the following dates:
Good insight and nice analysis. I wonder if FP (or other content processes) have a lull as well. Leaving that point aside, how do you feel about the merger. I was just throwing it out as an idea, not wedded to it. Just wondering if the 'pedia benefits more with separate desks or together. TCO ( reviews needed) 21:23, 18 July 2011 (UTC)
Awww...this kitten is saying "Drmies is really sorry for just having out-WikiLoved you unless you have more than 18 in which case the next WikiLove message will have a pitbull snarling at you." Isn't that sweet?
Drmies (
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01:28, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
You're cheating. I didn't feel love come through. Let me kiss my kittycat that is laying up against the laptop IRL. Done. She mewed.
That's wild. Did not know there was a ladderboard and I was so far up it. I think I was just an early adopter. The crusty shellback types were all afflutter about it. Think they still want to date link!
P.s. I had one that I wanted to do, but my account would not create ones. Pretty on topic one actually (handshake picture)
TCO ( reviews needed) 01:36, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
Thank you for your comments at Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Harold Pinter/archive1 which helped in the process of getting this article to FA status. Jezhotwells ( talk) 16:40, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
Thank you for your comments on the cirrus cloud FAC, which recently passed. Cheers! Reaper Eternal ( talk) 17:22, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
[6] Isn't the point of RfA to see if the community trusts you enough? -- Σ talk contribs 21:25, 19 July 2011 (UTC)
It's kinda difficult not to watch nic picking on Painted turtle. It's like I can't watch but I feel unpulsed to watch anyway. Malleus has explained before how crazy having an article on the main pages makes him. Step away if it drives you crazy. Regards, SunCreator ( talk) 01:34, 20 July 2011 (UTC)
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The Reptile Award |
P. guttata would like to congratulate you on your successful efforts in increasing awareness of the beauty and wonder of reptiles. I would too, but with less of a lisp. Danger ( talk) 02:50, 20 July 2011 (UTC) |
Very cool. Thank you. Article was a labor of love.
TCO (
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02:57, 20 July 2011 (UTC)
At http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Template_talk:Did_you_know#Articles_created.2Fexpanded_on_July_20 - thank you again for your contribution. Andy Mabbett (User:Pigsonthewing); Andy's talk; Andy's edits 11:19, 20 July 2011 (UTC)