From: J A. F. <jaa...@ya...> - 2002-05-01 04:58:27
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--- Alex Roston <tun...@pa...> wrote: > I think the Open Source CD is a wonderful idea, and I'd be happy to help > out. I don't have good coding skills, but I'd be happy to write > documentation, create a web page, (my HTML is pretty good) or beta test. > > I work at Jordan High School in Watts (LA's worst neighborhood) and the > kids down there could really use a CD or two of good Open Source stuff. > > With my schoolkids in mind, I think that one of the most important > things we can do is include as much "HOWTO" type material as possible, > so that people who want to learn coding, or how to use a difficult > program such as The GIMP, don't have to go out and buy expensive books. > > Please let me know what I can do to help. > > Alex > I know we're trying to keep the CD targeted at the "average" computer user, therefore compilers and whatnot may not be appropriate, however I like this idea of "HOWTO" documentation that can help people become more familiar with using their computer and open source software. jaaron __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Health - your guide to health and wellness http://health.yahoo.com |