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count/logs00:18, 3 September 2008 (UTC)reply
*A discussion about the speedy-deletion of
Bettertrades.
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Bettertrades requesting that it be
speedily deleted from Wikipedia. This has been done because the article, which appears to be about a real person, organization (band, club, company, etc.), or web content, does not indicate how or why the subject is notable: that is, why an article about that subject should be included in an encyclopedia. Under the
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Useful tip I've just thought of - not every admin is active, so having picked one, go to his talk or user page and then click "User contribution" at lower left of the page - that will show whether he has edited lately. Regards,
JohnCD (
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17:00, 2 September 2008 (UTC)reply
I read a good bit of the style guide and guidelines (notability, sources, neutrality). I worked on my first article, and I published it as a basic attempt. It was deleted, and besides an automated code for what was the problem, I got no further explanation. I attempted to simply improve the article altogether, because I agree that high quality is important.
I want to take the time now to discuss the page I created with other editors and administrators so that I can go about publishing it properly and not worry about causing anyone else unnecessary psychological pain. Right now, it's on my userspace with the title Bettertrades. What do I do to follow through on the final steps to publication, and how can I make sure that I am treated fairly and promptly with a discussion if anyone has major disagreements?
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Dbiel(
Talk)01:22, 9 September 2008 (UTC)reply
Thank you. I had seen that someone suggested that articles should always include categories, and I thought I'd just go ahead and add them to mine. I'm pretty new to this, so I had no idea that the article would actually show up without being in the official space.
Westcoastbiker (
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13:39, 9 September 2008 (UTC)Westcoastbikerreply
No problem. Wikipedia is a complex place with a lot to learn. I know I am still learning more all the time. Yet at the same time it is a place where anyone can participate. There is always plenty of people arround to point out mistakes and lend a hand if needed. So there is no need to worry about making a mistake. Just go for it, or as Wikipedia would say,
be bold. It is actually impossible for the average editor to make any serious mistakes that can not be easily corrected or reversed.
Dbiel(
Talk)19:32, 9 September 2008 (UTC)reply