SketchUcation Member's NETWORK?

Mike Lucey

Thanks Andy for commenting. Yes, I agree, there would be a strong requirement for privacy. This is where a stringent vetting system would come into play.

Based on your concerns, I think there should also some simple rules put in place regarding the way other member's contacts could be used.

Mike Lucey

Guys, Sorry about my typo, 'rear' instead of 'real' or surname. I have corrected this typo and deleted the comments in relation to this as I want to keep this on-topic.

I think there is no point in having a Private Network unless all members of this network disclose their full details. If a SCF member does not wish to do this that is their prerogative, they simple pass on the Network.

Krisidious

I'm down for it... sounds good. My only concern would be keeping the communication within the website to protect from spamming. no direct e-mail. but what does it really matter now... I get $#!t load of spam every day anyway.

Mike Lucey

Kris,

Good to hear that. As I will be vetting the applicants I wouldn't worry about spanners getting past us .... especially Csaba .... the Spammer's worst enemy

Richard

Mate I think it's a GREAT idea, anything that connects this great community is worthy of implementation IMHO!

Gaieus

@mike lucey said:

...I wouldn't worry about spanners getting past us .... especially Csaba .... the Spammer's worst enemy

Here you can see the "contributors" to the Stop Forum Spam database - sketchucation is there with a nice number (the numbers only show activity in the last year) http://www.stopforumspam.com/contributors

It is now rather low though. It seems that a very simple trick I applied at registration is stopping bots from registering so only "humans" get through (but we still have a couple of them daily)

andybot

Well, to be clear, I was thinking specifically of unsolicited advertising. I get a steady stream of emails from Chinese rendering companies, website "SEO" companies, etc. to my work email. It's more in that vein that I would imagine someone looking to drum up business would love to have an email list like this to send unsolicited adverts. The pharma spam and fedex delivery notice spam is pretty easy to filter out.

Mike Lucey

Yes Andy, as you say unsolicited adverts can be a problem but most email systems now have excellent filter systems. I do my filtering without even thinking about it these days. Also, there are some unsolicited adverts that I have found of interest so on balance I think I am about even.

If a member is uncomfortable about disclosing their email to other members in the Network, well its not for them plain and simple. So there is really not much point in raising the issue here as nothing much can be done about advertisers, they are a fact of life.

I should explain a little more about why I started this thread. Over the past 12 months since CATCHUP came into existence I have been getting a steady stream of SCF members seeking work and providing their details to me . I think the setting up of a SketchUcation NETWORK might address their immediate need, that being to get some exposure.

The idea is only in its infancy and may or may not be a running for us. However I think there would be substantial number of members that would subscribe willingly.

In my experience the bottom line as far as exposure is concerned is, if you put yourself out there, you should expect reaction both good and bad.

andybot

hehe, don't mind me too much, just being a bit critical I guess. Indeed, it is up to those interested to participate or not. I'm sure you all can find a good balance between exposure and a measure of control over the info.

emerald15

Sounds good to me too...ditto what Richard wrote!

Edson

I am all for it, mike. and I am sure you will make sure all protective measures are taken.

Mike Lucey

Thanks guys for the vote of confidence. I am working on a system that hopefully would work. If we implement, it will probably be in the new site ..... coming soon (as they say )

Panga

Always interested in trusted relations and to enlarge my network with people that could share my interests, so I'll be in if it's done !

Good idea !

o2bwln

I think this is a great idea. Finding good sources of help with projects is tough enough, but having this network will certainly be a good pool to choose from.