Thing 17 - Google docs

Well that took some time. I just finished using a template to create a postcard with the Thanksgiving menu on it. There's got to be a better way to use Google docs than what I did. (I'm sure it had nothing to do with me working on it when I should be sleeping because I have to get up early for work.) The idea of a shared document is a great concept because we all know how quickly the size of the contents of our mailbox can increase with all of those huge attachments. And we all know how crazy it gets when multiple people are making corrections to an attached document then sending it back and forth and so on. To be able to make the corrections and then everyone who needs to see the document and edit it view the most up-to-date version seems like a win for all.

I'll have to practice using this tool some more...after I finish the rest of the 23 things and when I have more time.

Susan

Thing #16 - playing with wikis

This was a fun exercise. I don't normally contribute content to a wiki but I edited several pages of the the Learn & Play at CML wiki and even added my blog for the 23 Things so now I'm sure I'll get lots of comments posted. Actually, what I should take from this experience is to start posting comments on the blogs of other staff members who are listed in the wiki. What a novel idea!

Well it's the end of my work day and I have a busy evening ahead so later ...

Thing #15 - Wikis

I personally using the wikipedia all the time. It usually contains everything I need on a topic or has links to other sources that give me that info. It has so many uses and only requires that you have web access to view it from anywhere.

In IT and DS, we use it for our departmental (and interdepartmental) documentation so that you don't have to remember everything. Obviously, with more secure applications a login is required but beyond that it gives users the tools they need to perform their job more effectively.

With wikis the possibilities are endless. Maybe I should set up my own wiki.

Thing #14 - Web 2.0, Library 2.0

I have been exposed to Web 2.0 and Library 2.0 off and on for a couple of years now so it's premise is not new to me. However, I'm more and more amazed at how this technology has taken off. I found an interesting article about the Library 2.0 theory, http://www.webology.ir/2006/v3n2/a25.html, which has a lot of great information and references. The idea that you can provide content for the web world to see is both scary and empowering. I am usually not one to provide my input but I thoroughly enjoy reading everyone else's input. Of course, you do have to read past what I would classify as coming from people who are socially ignorant or just like to get a reaction. I can't wait to see what happens as CML incorporates more and more of these social networking concepts.

Thing 13 is Delicious

I think I'm going to love Del.icio.us. I am all about anything that makes it easier for me to have to remember less. To be able to have a single repository for things I need to know (and am always having to google search to re-find) this tool is so awesome! I can't wait to start using the tool as part of my regular routine whenever I'm browsing the web and come across something that I want to use later. As a note to self my info is http://delicious.com/dpscoop.

Speaking of delicious I think I'm getting hungry for some dessert.

Twittering

Well I'm not so sure I'm going to like using Twitter. So far the Web 2.0 tools I've used have been easy to use and I can see the benefit. Given that I'm usually long-winded when talking (or writing) the 140 character limit is not going to be easy for me. Oh well, I'll try to keep going back into my account to see if anyone is following me. Here's my info if you want to twitter with me http://twitter.com/dpscoop.

Library Thing

With as many times as Library Thing has come up in meetings for the AquaBrowser catalog I'm almost ashamed to admit that this was the first time that I actually used Library Thing. It is actually going to be a great way for me to keep track of books that I've already read and loved or those that have been recommended but that I can't get to yet. If you want to check out what's in my library so far go to http://www.librarything.com/catalog/dpscoop.

Until next time.