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This is the e-mail version of the Journal of Conceptual Modeling (JCM),
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The JCM Discussion List
The JCM mailing list is a free, moderated list dedicated to conceptual modeling
issues including but not limited to: the Journal of Conceptual Modeling (http://www.inconcept.com/JCM),
Object Role Modeling (ORM), the Unified Modeling Language (UML), Natural
Language Modeling (NLM), CASE tool support, implementation issues, etc.
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The JCM list is a moderated discussion list for database topics ranging from conceptual modeling techniques (such as ORM), vendor tools (such as Visio/InfoModeler), implementation issues, JCM related feedback and discussions, and other topical subjects.
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JCM Discussion List Rules
The list is meant to be an open exchange of ideas and, indeed, participation
from as many people as possible is encouraged. However, in dealing with a
diverse set of people, certain ground rules need to be established. These rules
are not meant to censor anybody or control content. Really, they are mostly
common sense and a subset of "netiquette". Many of the things listed below are
not even expected to be a problem as we are all professionals. However, many of
these problems are common on newsgroups and other forums or lists, and this is a
public list, so these rules are posted just to make sure.
1) No unsolicited advertisements for products or services will be allowed. This is often a sticky area with most discussion lists. Unsolicited means "asked for". If someone posts a message requesting advice on a company or service, recommendations for such products or services are acceptable. Also, since the technology of conceptual modeling is not exactly implemented by a number of vendors, discussions of tools may seem "one-sided". This isn’t so much endorsement of a particular product as it is a reality of the market. Further, vendor evaluation type discussions are encouraged, but only in the context of a fair evaluation. By this, I’m getting at: vendor representatives shouldn’t constantly post messages with the sole purpose of marketing, bashing their competitors, or just posting the latest press release (unless it was asked for or is otherwise topical). As was stated above, this is a sticky area often determined by the group itself, so what is acceptable and what isn’t will often flex a bit. When in doubt, make an offer such as "We can talk about this via private e-mail".
2) "SPAM" is not allowed. SPAM is unsolicited commercial or off-topic material. This list is not the appropriate place to talk about multi-level marketing schemes, adult web sites, or other "pass this on to everyone you know" types of messages. You shouldn’t try to sell your car or computer in this list, warn fellow readers of so-called virus alerts (such as the hoax "Good Times" virus), or pass along chain letters.
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4) "Flaming" is not allowed. This list is not the place to wage personal attacks on other list members. If you disagree with a person or post, do it politely. "Trolling" is not allowed either. Trolling would be something like posting a message with the intent of only annoying other members. For example, posting a message that says something like "ORM sux", without making rational arguments as to why, with the sole intent of getting other list members to argue with you.
5) Remember that e-mail doesn’t always reflect the context of what you are trying to say. A post intended to use humor, sarcasm, and/or irony not always be obvious. Therefore, we recommend you either refrain from making such remarks, or indicate the tone of your words. One way of indicating your tone is to use "emoicons" such as smiley faces ( : ) ) or:
(g) = grin
(s) = "smile"
(b) = big, such as (bg) or "big grin"
(e) = evil, such as (eg) or "evil grin"
(lol) = "laugh out loud"
(duck) = "duck" as in a good-natured jest
etc.
We encourage a fun atmosphere, but remember that your audience doesn’t always understand the tone of your message that they would in person (as your body language reflects a tone that the written word doesn’t).
6) Keep on topic. While the topics change and expand over time, this is not the place to talk about cars, politics, TV, movies, and etc.
7) Don’t use attachments. Not everyone will be using an e-mail reader that allows attachments. Further, posting attachments can cause excessive burden on the list server. If you want to share files, post them via the web, FTP, or offer to e-mail them individually. Your moderator may be willing (space constraints may be a problem, but short term file space is possible) to set up a file section from the JCM site as well.
8) If replying to a message, include the portion (and only the portion) relevant to your comments. Please do not include the entire message if it doesn’t directly relate to your comments. However, please do include the portion you are replying to, as it is often difficult to remember the past posts in which you may be referring.
9) Please use text based e-mail rather that HTML based e-mail when sending messages to the list. Not everyone has (or desires) the option to read their e-mail in HTML format. Therefore, your message may appear "as garbage" (with visible HTML tags throughout the message).
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