With the RootsTech2012 Conference quickly approaching, Jill
Ball of Geniaus
started the following meme “My Rooted Technology” to share all of the
technology we currently use, would like to know more about, or have no use or
interest in. She has invited her readers to share their thoughts. Here is my
technological profile:
Here are the rules:
·
Technology you already use: bold face type
·
Technology you would like to use or learn more
about: italicize
(color optional)
·
Technology you don’t use, have no interest in
using or no longer use: plain type
·
Explain or give opinions in brackets [ ] at the end of each bullet point.
Here are my answers:
1. I have a tablet
computer such as an iPad that I use for genealogy [I wouldn’t mind giving an
iPad a spin for genealogy applications].
2.
I have
downloaded one or more apps to a Smart Phone or similar device. [I
downloaded them onto my first android phone, but not to the 2nd one
as I was running close to going over my 2GB data plan limit.]
3. I belong to a genealogy society that uses
social media. [I am the one who brought my society to terms with social
media.]
4.
I use
GEDCOM files and understand the various compatibility issues involved. [These
have especially come in handy with trying to find paper trail connections to my
Family Finder DNA matches.]
5.
I have
added metadata to some of my files and digital photos. [I would love to do
more of this, but I fear it will disappear or not transfer.]
6. I have utilized an API from a
genealogy-related application or website.
7.
I have
taken a DNA test related to my genealogy research. [Both of my Grandfathers
have taken the Y-DNA test and I have taken the Family Finder DNA test and I
just recently purchased kits for my parents.]
8. I have used the FamilySearch Research Wiki.
9. I have a Facebook account and use it
regularly for genealogy.
10.
I use
tech tools to help me cite my sources in genealogy research. [Probably not in
the way you are referring, but I have my methods ;-)]
11.
I have developed a genealogy-related app for a
Smart Phone or similar device.
12.
I use a
genealogy database program. [Rootsmagic]
13.
I use
cloud computer resources to store my genealogy data. [some of it is stored
in the cloud – I try to keep my tree updated in Ancestry.com and I use Dropbox
a lot.]
14. I have made one or more contributions to
the FamilySearch Research Wiki.
15. I have attended a genealogy webinar.
16. I have organized and administered a DNA
testing group related to my genealogy.
17. I use apps involving
GPS and Geo-caching for my genealogy research.
18. I have a Google+ account and use it
regularly for genealogy.
19.
I have created and published a family history
e-book.
20. I have created a wiki related to my
genealogy research.
21.
I have conducted a genealogy webinar as a
presenter.
22.
I read
genealogy-related blogs to help improve my own research. [Yes, I love
reading about new technologies and how people solve problems.]
23. I have one or more genealogy-related blogs
to help improve my own research. [I have 3.]
24. I have a Twitter account and use it
regularly for genealogy.
25.
I have one or more genealogy-related websites
which I run and administer. [Sounds like too much work! – I know the wiki is
enough for me!]
26. I have created a
screencast or video related to genealogy and posted it at a video sharing site
(Vimeo, YouTube, etc.).
27.
I use one
or more digital tools to capture and record my family history. [I have used
the video feature on my camera. I do not use my phone because I don’t know how
to get them out of my phone.]
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