Virtual Coffee Break - Chat

Jessica Grant56 said:Happy New Year, everyone! Though, honestly, I'm not looking forward to all these tax hikes and rising costs coming our way...

All the best to you too. Enjoy your little swamp.🙂

Raymond Martinez10 said:There's some kind of secret connection here😉

Sure, but nothing special. Everyone with good intentions is connected somehow. It’s just a natural bond...

I’m about to lose my mind here. 🤣
Well, damn, Terry Johnson3, what was the point of that?

I guess I was being naive and a bit foolish if I actually thought grown adults were capable of having a decent conversation. It’s hard to wrap my head around the fact that you basically have to drop down to a five-year-old's level just to be heard.

Henry Edwards33 said:I’m about to lose my mind here. 🤣
Well, damn, Terry Johnson3, what was the point of that?

I guess I was being naive and a bit foolish if I actually thought grown adults were capable of having a decent conversation. It’s hard to wrap my head around the fact that you basically have to drop down to a five-year-old's level just to be heard.

I don't get it, what's the problem?

And besides, who gave you the right to decide I'm an adult who needs to "communicate" properly?
🙂

Henry Edwards33 said:I’m about to lose my mind here. 🤣
Well, damn, Terry Johnson3, what was the point of that?

I guess I was being naive and a bit foolish if I actually thought grown adults were capable of having a decent conversation. It’s hard to wrap my head around the fact that you basically have to drop down to a five-year-old's level just to be heard.

Henry, happy new beginnings to you—but look, if you step back and really observe how everyone is talking, with all this rudeness and lack of manners, you have to wonder who the crazy one actually is. Though, we all know who is responsible for letting this kind of behavior slide.

In my opinion, they shouldn't have allowed that comment: "I'm telling you, Sophia is garbage..." because that is a direct insult to thousands of users. But you just left it standing there? Not to mention how that sounds to the developers, who actually care about the software, refine it, and ultimately make their living from it. Just like how the "business plan" seems to have vanished—along with many others like Paul, Vlad, Deborah, and so on—and even I haven't been seen here for months... it's pretty obvious the editorial policy is broken. It feels like tolerating one person has driven everyone else away.

So, what now? Everything goes back to the way it was? I don't envy you—you spend all this time on it, only for someone to come along and tell you that you're doing it wrong. But hey, I guess that's just the price of moderating. I've been in those shoes before.

Henry Edwards33 said:I’m about to lose my mind here. 🤣
Well, damn, Terry Johnson3, what was the point of that?

I guess I was being naive and a bit foolish if I actually thought grown adults were capable of having a decent conversation. It’s hard to wrap my head around the fact that you basically have to drop down to a five-year-old's level just to be heard.

Quick favor—and yes, I’m asking about Sophia again... How do I handle inventory write-offs? You know, when we pull an item from the lineup entirely and just toss it—meaning we have to notify the IRS and all that—but there isn't a specific spot for it in Sophia. I can't put it under "shrinkage" or "damage," because those categories are strictly for actual breakage or theft...

I'm throwing this out here in the chat rather than the main forum—feel free to just DM me if you prefer!

Jessica Grant56 said:Henry, happy new beginnings to you—but look, if you step back and really observe how everyone is talking, with all this rudeness and lack of manners, you have to wonder who the crazy one actually is. Though, we all know who is responsible for letting this kind of behavior slide.

In my opinion, they shouldn't have allowed that comment: "I'm telling you, Sophia is garbage..." because that is a direct insult to thousands of users. But you just left it standing there? Not to mention how that sounds to the developers, who actually care about the software, refine it, and ultimately make their living from it. Just like how the "business plan" seems to have vanished—along with many others like Paul, Vlad, Deborah, and so on—and even I haven't been seen here for months... it's pretty obvious the editorial policy is broken. It feels like tolerating one person has driven everyone else away.

So, what now? Everything goes back to the way it was? I don't envy you—you spend all this time on it, only for someone to come along and tell you that you're doing it wrong. But hey, I guess that's just the price of moderating. I've been in those shoes before.

Thanks, Happy New Year to everyone. I hope you all had a good one.

It’s honestly pretty draining to read everything you've written here because scaring people off was never my intention.

You're attacking the moderation, but at the end of the day, it’s just a handful of basic ground rules. Don't get personal and don't spam links. I didn't realize those were such heavy asks.
Think about how many times someone on a tech forum might say a specific software like Microsoft Office isn't up to par—you've made similar comments about TechCrunch more than a few times yourself. It doesn't bother me, and it shouldn't offend anyone using the platform. As for the developers of the software being discussed, if they have an issue with the critique, they are more than welcome to register and join the conversation themselves. Again, as long as they aren't calling users illiterate, morons, or idiots... (and that's being generous, because I've seen much nastier stuff on accounting software boards).
Then you turn around and blame me for "allowing" rude behavior. That's an interesting take. What was I supposed to do? Hand out bans left and right? Maybe I should have, but I still believe that grown adults can carry on a civilized conversation. It would be eye-opening to pull up all the moderator warnings—and I wasn't the only one issuing them—just to see who actually triggered them and how the conversation spiraled. It's rarely just one person's fault while everyone else acts like saints. 😉

As far as I'm concerned, I've said my piece on this. I'm always open to constructive feedback and actual suggestions. I'm doing the best I can, but I truly believe we can work together to make this sub-forum a place where everyone actually enjoys hanging out.

Once again, wishing everyone a successful and Happy 2012.

Henry Edwards33 said:Thanks, Happy New Year to everyone. I hope you all had a good one.

It’s honestly pretty draining to read everything you've written here because scaring people off was never my intention.

You're attacking the moderation, but at the end of the day, it’s just a handful of basic ground rules. Don't get personal and don't spam links. I didn't realize those were such heavy asks.
Think about how many times someone on a tech forum might say a specific software like Microsoft Office isn't up to par—you've made similar comments about TechCrunch more than a few times yourself. It doesn't bother me, and it shouldn't offend anyone using the platform. As for the developers of the software being discussed, if they have an issue with the critique, they are more than welcome to register and join the conversation themselves. Again, as long as they aren't calling users illiterate, morons, or idiots... (and that's being generous, because I've seen much nastier stuff on accounting software boards).
Then you turn around and blame me for "allowing" rude behavior. That's an interesting take. What was I supposed to do? Hand out bans left and right? Maybe I should have, but I still believe that grown adults can carry on a civilized conversation. It would be eye-opening to pull up all the moderator warnings—and I wasn't the only one issuing them—just to see who actually triggered them and how the conversation spiraled. It's rarely just one person's fault while everyone else acts like saints. 😉

As far as I'm concerned, I've said my piece on this. I'm always open to constructive feedback and actual suggestions. I'm doing the best I can, but I truly believe we can work together to make this sub-forum a place where everyone actually enjoys hanging out.

Once again, wishing everyone a successful and Happy 2012.

Why should you be upset? We don't agree on everything, but—hey—we’re still being civil and actually talking to one another. At the end of the day, this isn't how anyone makes a living, nor is it the most important thing in the world. Not to me, anyway... And just to set the record straight: I never once said that TechCrunch was garbage, nor did I call Bill Gates an idiot or anything of the sort—though, honestly, I certainly had my reasons. That guy tends to hold a grudge whenever someone gets bitten, and looking back, he really went after anyone who dared to criticize his favorite little toy. I think our willingness to tolerate that kind of behavior is exactly what's driven people away—I can't list everyone, obviously—so that's really just my way of pointing it out. Plus, on average... It feels like about 75% of their posts are just one long advertisement for the exact same thing.And you’re just letting that happen.

You’re asking what I’d do? It’s obvious—wipe it clean. You have to show that this kind of verbal abuse isn't tolerated, especially the way Bill Gates carries himself. He targets people personally, but... well, you already know all that, and you handled him perfectly in your response. And honestly, he just doesn't seem capable of having a civil conversation. If I were to sit here and list every single insult he threw at you, you'd wonder what kind of moderator would ever allow that kind of behavior... it really makes you question if there's some sort of connection there. But let's move past that. You’ve given me a "timeout" more than once before because my replies got a little too heated—I took it in stride and learned my lesson, though! You can see I don't get rattled by the petty nonsense people throw my way. When you're right, you're right. But when you aren't, you end up in these debates—not out of malice, but just to see if there's a better way to communicate. As far as I'm concerned, I wouldn't mind keeping in touch with our old group via email, but... why did we all drift away in the first place? That’s a question you really have to ponder.

Dear Fellow Members,
I wish you all nothing but the best—plenty of health, happiness, and significant professional success in the coming year.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Jessica Grant56 said:Why should you be upset? We don't agree on everything, but—hey—we’re still being civil and actually talking to one another. At the end of the day, this isn't how anyone makes a living, nor is it the most important thing in the world. Not to me, anyway... And just to set the record straight: I never once said that TechCrunch was garbage, nor did I call Bill Gates an idiot or anything of the sort—though, honestly, I certainly had my reasons. That guy tends to hold a grudge whenever someone gets bitten, and looking back, he really went after anyone who dared to criticize his favorite little toy. I think our willingness to tolerate that kind of behavior is exactly what's driven people away—I can't list everyone, obviously—so that's really just my way of pointing it out. Plus, on average... It feels like about 75% of their posts are just one long advertisement for the exact same thing.And you’re just letting that happen.

You’re asking what I’d do? It’s obvious—wipe it clean. You have to show that this kind of verbal abuse isn't tolerated, especially the way Bill Gates carries himself. He targets people personally, but... well, you already know all that, and you handled him perfectly in your response. And honestly, he just doesn't seem capable of having a civil conversation. If I were to sit here and list every single insult he threw at you, you'd wonder what kind of moderator would ever allow that kind of behavior... it really makes you question if there's some sort of connection there. But let's move past that. You’ve given me a "timeout" more than once before because my replies got a little too heated—I took it in stride and learned my lesson, though! You can see I don't get rattled by the petty nonsense people throw my way. When you're right, you're right. But when you aren't, you end up in these debates—not out of malice, but just to see if there's a better way to communicate. As far as I'm concerned, I wouldn't mind keeping in touch with our old group via email, but... why did we all drift away in the first place? That’s a question you really have to ponder.

Honestly, Terry Johnson3 should just delete everything so he doesn't accidentally end up looking like an idiot. 🙂
To me, sisenis is garbage and will always be garbage. To someone else, he might be the best; that's how it works. You're trying to claim I'm saying nobody should buy TechCrunch without testing it first. If they try it and like it, fine. If they try it and hate it, also fine. But you seem to want things forced on people. Terry Johnson3 should just shut up so no one can talk trash about your precious sisenis. You're being transparent...

And there's no secret connection; that was a joke (at least we're allowed to joke a little here in the chat, unless there are bans for that too). I wouldn't even know Henry Edwards33 was on this forum if she hadn't started banning me. And when it's necessary, fine—there has to be some standard of culture maintained, I agree with that. I've never been against moderation, just against inequality—when your insults or baseless criticisms stay up while mine get deleted, that's not fair.

Nobody left; everyone is still here. They're just bored. Besides, new people keep showing up. In fact, the fewer people there are, the better, because there's less to deal with after your stupidity (stuff about motherboards with built-in hard drives, online stores, and sisenis's checkout transfers that have nothing to do with the topic). I find it hard to deal with your condescending attitude too, especially since you clearly don't know anything but want to act like a genius. A total snob.

"Guys," you've seriously overstepped—even when we're just grabbing a coffee 🙂

Raymond Martinez10 said:"Guys," you've seriously overstepped—even when we're just grabbing a coffee 🙂

What's the point of shouting now? 🙄

You need to stay calm and rational while I'm over here losing my mind. We aren't swapping roles today.😁

🙂 Messed up the emoticons—my bad.

So, we actually managed to cover the topic—we shared our thoughts and kept things civil, too. But who exactly is he talking to? Someone who apparently "doesn't know how to communicate politely"—though I guess that’s just his own personal definition. It seems like it's always the most insignificant people who yell the loudest, and honestly, he’s clearly not much of a conversationalist. He wouldn't normally allow himself this much "freedom" when dealing with people who actually have an academic background:

"just delete everything that extremely stupid program from those extremely stupid big corporations flags

in some tiny mom-and-pop shop of a company (where the owner probably keeps the server right next to the propane tanks in a tin shack...

because the guy keeps all his cash stuffed in his stinky socks

and looking at your posts, I can tell you definitely have even more than him

plus, Synesis is usually garbage, just a plain old virus

once again, you aren't even reading what you're replying to (which is pretty much the bare minimum for any decent conversation).

to some kid from the neighborhood messing around with Access

you're showing your true narcissistic face

you aren't being constructive at all; it's obvious your comments are just malicious and..."

I think enough is enough for anyone with half a brain...

Raymond Martinez10 said:"Guys," you've seriously overstepped—even when we're just grabbing a coffee 🙂

Come on, just be polite and try not to use the wrong emojis this time... I'm waiting on your reply so I can finally send over that address you asked for. Sending my best to you. And honestly? I've known about that secret relationship for ages!

Henry Edwards33 said:What's the point of shouting now? 🙄

You need to stay calm and rational while I'm over here losing my mind. We aren't swapping roles today.😁

Why would you be freaking out right now?? Honestly, if you actually read the question—just answer it or save it as a PDF. I'm too terrified of getting attacked by you...

Dubo, what I’m losing my mind over is honestly just a joke. I have a bit of a temperamental streak, which is why 😉

Please, just tell me where everything needs to go; I’ve completely lost my bearings 🤣

First you were busy throwing those petty insults around, and now he’s going to start targeting yours, so... it’s a never-ending cycle 😵

The whole thing has just left me exhausted. I haven't even fully recovered from the big celebration yet 😍

Well, I just had to delete another post.
Jessica Grant56 and Terry Johnson3, please take it to the DMs if you two have more to say to one another.
I’m not going to sit here and moderate endless nitpicking. Whether there's actual substance to the argument or it's just noise, I'll be scrubbing anything from anyone looking to start a fight.

Henry Edwards33 said:Well, I just had to delete another post.
Jessica Grant56 and Terry Johnson3, please take it to the DMs if you two have more to say to one another.
I’m not going to sit here and moderate endless nitpicking. Whether there's actual substance to the argument or it's just noise, I'll be scrubbing anything from anyone looking to start a fight.

I am totally with you on that—I've actually started just ignoring insults altogether... And thanks, really, you brought me back to my senses. I felt myself slipping a bit there, but you pulled me back up to where I need to be.

So, the question is back to Syn again, and... if you happen to know, please let me know—whether here on the forum or via DM—how do I handle writing off stock that's being discontinued? (Meaning, the NC isn't the issue here). It's not quite the same as damaged goods, shrinkage, or broken items—which I'll obviously process normally within the allowed limits.

I don't handle retail, so I didn't want to chime in and start spreading misinformation.
I checked with a colleague, and she mentioned they process everything through the POS system. Sorry I can't be more helpful here, but I just don't use that module at all.