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Agmlego: /* FAQ */ Edited formatting, added a few answers.

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FAQ: Edited formatting, added a few answers.

Darvon at 00:20, 11 March 2013

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Darvon: readability

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readability

Darvon at 00:19, 11 March 2013

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Darvon: add glossary link

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add glossary link

Darvon at 18:46, 6 March 2013

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Darvon at 18:44, 6 March 2013

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Darvon at 21:23, 23 February 2013

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Darvon at 16:06, 21 February 2013

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Darvon at 16:05, 21 February 2013

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 =FAQ=
-New Member Questions
+==New Member Questions==
 '''Q: How do I get my newbie questions answered?'''
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 '''Q: How are Supplies (like garbage bags) purchased/handled?'''
 A: Supplies are bought by members and donated.  That means you.  [[ShoppingList]] is here.
 '''
-Q: What are Consumables and how are they purchased/handled?'''
+'''Q: What are Consumables and how are they purchased/handled?'''
 A: Consumables are non-component articles that are used with a piece of equipment that are used up and must be replaced periodically.  Such as saw blades, and argon for the welders.  As you use the equipment there is a "Consumable Box" for contributions in each appropriate Zone.  Please donate as you use the Zone's Consumables.  New Zone Consumables will be purchased by the Zone Warden with Box Funds.
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 The Electronics Zone has an Electronics Store, at which you can puchase Electronic Components.  Details in [[Electronics Room]].  Zone Wardens handle stocking Zone Stores.
-Q: If I want to donate tools, how do I do it?
+'''Q: If I want to donate tools, how do I do it?'''
 A: Look at the Wish List for the appropriate Zone, like WoodShop.  Find if your tool is on the wishlist.  If yes, contact the Zone Warden.  If it is a large or unusual piece which might not have been thought of before, ask the appropriate Zone Warden.  If no Zone Warden seems appropriate, such as a Hydraulic Press, ask an Officer or Bard Member.  If it is appropriate, please fill out a [[Donation Request Form]].
-Q: What should I do with materials or a project before I leave for the day.
+'''Q: What should I do with materials or a project before I leave for the day.'''
-Q: What if something is left on the floor or workbench for more than a day?
+'''Q: What if something is left on the floor or workbench for more than a day?'''
-Q: Which equipment do I need to be trained on before I can use it?
+'''Q: Which equipment do I need to be trained on before I can use it?'''
-Q: Where is a member directory?
+'''Q: Where is a member directory?'''
-Q: Somebody left their briefcase, what do I do?
+'''Q: Somebody left their briefcase, what do I do?'''
-Q: How can I pay my dues?
+'''Q: How can I pay my dues?'''
-A: By Amazon GO Here.  http://www.i3detroit.com/membership   Or fill out a payment slip and envelope and put in the Black Box by Main Entrance.
+A: By Amazon. [[http://www.i3detroit.com/membership GO HERE]]. Or fill out a payment slip and envelope and put in the Black Box by Main Entrance.
-Q: How are events publicized?
+'''Q: How are events publicized?'''
 A: See [[Communication]]
-Q: What is EventBrite for?
+'''Q: What is EventBrite for?'''
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-Pre-Member Questions
+==Pre-Member Questions==
-Q: Will you build this gizmo for me?
+'''Q: Will you build this gizmo for me?'''
 A: No. We'll help you build it, but we're not a job shop. We're not an engineering firm. We're not a contract house. We're a club. You can be part of the club! You can use the group's tools, and toss ideas around with anyone who'll listen. (And maybe you could strike a side deal with an individual member, but that's beyond the scope of this document.)
-Q: What are your hours? I stopped in the other day and nobody answered the door.
+'''Q: What are your hours? I stopped in the other day and nobody answered the door.'''
 A: We have no paid staff, and thus no regular business hours. Someday that may change, but for now, swing by when the [[welcome switch|Twitterbot]] says we're open, or during a scheduled event. Members have 24/7 card access.
-Q: So I need to be a member to come in?
+'''Q: So I need to be a member to come in?'''
 A: Guests are welcome any time the twitterbot says so. Stop in, flag down a member, sign a waiver, and take a tour. Then get to work on your project!
-Q: Can I give you a pile of computer junk?
+'''Q: Can I give you a pile of computer junk?'''
 A: Yeah, if it's not hazmat-nasty. Really, we've got all the computer junk we know what to do with, but we can schlep it to a recycler just as easily as you can. Optics junk, laser junk, and lab equipment junk, on the other hand! Now that might be interesting.
-Q: Can you bring your [[Twinkie Car]] to an event?
+'''Q: Can you bring your [[Twinkie Car]] to an event?'''
 A: Perhaps. As with everything in the space, it's owned by an individual, specifically [[User:Nbritsky | Nick Britsky]], and you should talk directly to him about it.
-Q: What about the Cupcake Car?
+'''Q: What about the Cupcake Car?'''
 A: It's gone, man. Just let it go.

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 There is a list of special i3 terms at [[Glossary]]
 =FAQ=
 New Member Questions

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 There are also scheduled New Member orientations on the [[i3 Calendar]]. Typically they are after the regular member meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month. Most all general questions can be answered at one of those Orientations. Please gather a list of all of your questions and bring them in then. We will be happy to answer all of them in one-fell-swoop :)
-Q: What is the Google Group i3 internal page used for?
+'''Q: What is the Google Group i3 internal page used for?'''
 A: The internal i3 Google Group page is used for BROADCASTs to all members.  It is for immediate communication with ALL members.  It is not a forum for the accumulation of institutional memory or batch style communications to a subgroup or general discussions over time.
-Q: How are Supplies (like garbage bags) purchased/handled?
+'''Q: How are Supplies (like garbage bags) purchased/handled?'''
 A: Supplies are bought by members and donated.  That means you.  [[ShoppingList]] is here.
+'''
-Q: What are Consumables and how are they purchased/handled?
+Q: What are Consumables and how are they purchased/handled?'''
 A: Consumables are non-component articles that are used with a piece of equipment that are used up and must be replaced periodically.  Such as saw blades, and argon for the welders.  As you use the equipment there is a "Consumable Box" for contributions in each appropriate Zone.  Please donate as you use the Zone's Consumables.  New Zone Consumables will be purchased by the Zone Warden with Box Funds.
-Q: What are Components and how are they purchased/handled?
+'''Q: What are Components and how are they purchased/handled?'''
 A: Components are materials that will be incorporated into your project, such as resistors, screws, tape, paint, wood, and metal.  Small components which are bought in bulk (tape, screws, etc) are bought by the member for a particular project.  Excess components (the rest of the tape, the rest of the box of screws, etc.) can be volutarily contributed to the group by storing them in the appropriate zone small components area.  If you use signinficant small components, please be considerate and contribute some back, either replinish with like, or other stock.

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 There is a Special Interest Group for Newbies (<12 months) at [[SIG Newbies]].  Go sign up now and ask questions of your peers.
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 There is a list of special i3 terms at [[Glossary]]

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