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A few special characters allow for the (ultimately wrong but practically useful) notion that geeks can seldom be strictly quantified. A few special characters allow for the (ultimately wrong but practically useful) notion that geeks can seldom be strictly quantified.
``` | | | |
+ = indicates an increased amount of geekiness in a particular area. Each additional + raises the level further. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
``` | `+` | = | indicates an increased amount of geekiness in a particular area. Each additional + raises the level further. |
| `_` | = | (Optional) indicates a baseline answer. _ is one step above -, and one step below +. Therefore, _ is never combined with + or - . For example, instead of leaving it blank/empty, a geek of average shape and size could write d_:_ to indicate they are at the baseline. |
``` | `-` | = | indicates a decreased amount of geekiness in a particular area. Each additional - reduces the level further. |
_ = (Optional) indicates a baseline answer. _ is one step above -, and one step below +. Therefore, _ is never combined with + or - | `@` | = | for this variable, said trait is not very rigid, may change with time or with individual interaction. For example, Geeks who happen to very much enjoy Star Trek: Picard as a whole, but aren't sure how they like the current season might list themselves as TSTpic+++@. |
``` | `()` | = | for indicating "cross-overs" or ranges. Geeks who go from C+ to C— depending on the situation (i.e. mostly "C+") could use C+(—). Note: @ is different from () in that () has finite limits within the category, while @ ranges all over. |
| `$` | = | Indicates that this particular category is done for a living. For example, UL+++$ indicates that the person utilizes Unix and gets paid for it. Quite a lucky geek, for sure. |
For example, instead of leaving it blank/empty, a geek of average shape and size could write d_:_ to indicate they are at the baseline. | `^` | = | Indicates that the geek has a degree or certificate in this area or field. For example, GCS^/GMU/GTW^ indicates that this is a Geek of Computer Science (with a degree in this field), a Geek of Music, and a Geek of Technical Writing (with a certificate in this field) |
| `>` | = | for 'wannabe' ratings. Indicating that while the geek is currently at one rating, they are striving to reach another. For example, UL+++>$ indicating a geek that is currently Linux savvy, but wants to someday make money at it. |
``` | `?` | = | Unless stated otherwise within the specific category, the ? is placed after the category identifier and indicates that the geek has no knowledge about that specific category. |
- = indicates a decreased amount of geekiness in a particular area. Each additional - reduces the level further. | `!` | = | Placed BEFORE the category. Unless stated otherwise, indicates that the person refuses to participate in this category. This is unlike the ? variable as the ? indicates lack of knowledge, while the ! indicates stubborn refusal to participate. For example, !MC would be a person that just plain refuses to have anything to do with Macintosh, while MC? would be a person that doesn't even know what Macintosh is. |
```
```
@ = for this variable, said trait is not very rigid, may change with time or with individual interaction.
```
For example, Geeks who happen to very much enjoy Star Trek: Picard as a whole, but aren't sure how they like the current season might list themselves as TSTpic+++@.
```
() = for indicating "cross-overs" or ranges. Geeks who go from C+ to C— depending on the situation (i.e. mostly "C+") could use C+(—).
```
@ is different from () in that () has finite limits within the category, while @ ranges all over.
```
$ = Indicates that this particular category is done for a living.
```
For example, UL+++$ indicates that the person utilizes Unix and gets paid for it. Quite a lucky geek, for sure.
```
^ = Indicates that the geek has a degree or certificate in this area or field.
```
For example, GCS^/GMU/GTW^ indicates that this is a Geek of Computer Science (with a degree in this field), a Geek of Music, and a Geek of Technical Writing (with a certificate in this field)
```
> = for 'wannabe' ratings. Indicating that while the geek is currently at one rating, they are striving to reach another.
```
For example, UL+++>$ indicating a geek that is currently Linux savvy, but wants to someday make money at it.
```
? = Unless stated otherwise within the specific category, the ? is placed after the category identifier and indicates that the geek has no knowledge about that specific category.
```
```
! = Placed BEFORE the category. Unless stated otherwise, indicates that the person refuses to participate in this category. This is unlike the ? variable as the ? indicates lack of knowledge, while the ! indicates stubborn refusal to participate.
```
For example, !MC would be a person that just plain refuses to have anything to do with Macintosh, while MC? would be a person that doesn't even know what Macintosh is.
The categories The categories
====== ======
@ -160,42 +119,43 @@ G = GEEK OF - training/degree/interest/job
To start a code, a geek must declare himself or herself to be a geek. To do this, we start the code with a "G" to denote "GEEK", followed by one or two letters to denote the geek's occupation or field of study. Multi-talented geeks with more than one vocational training should denote their myriad of talents with a slash between each vocation (example: GCS/MU/TW). To start a code, a geek must declare himself or herself to be a geek. To do this, we start the code with a "G" to denote "GEEK", followed by one or two letters to denote the geek's occupation or field of study. Multi-talented geeks with more than one vocational training should denote their myriad of talents with a slash between each vocation (example: GCS/MU/TW).
``` | | | |
GAI = Geek of Artificial Intelligence |:--- | :---: | :--- |
GBIO = Geek of Biomedical Engineering | `GAI` | = | Geek of Artificial Intelligence |
GB = Geek of Business | `GBIO` | = | Geek of Biomedical Engineering |
GC = Geek of Classics | `GB` | = | Geek of Business |
GCA = Geek of Commercial Arts | `GC` | = | Geek of Classics |
GCM = Geek of Computer Management | `GCA` | = | Geek of Commercial Arts |
GCS = Geek of Computer Science | `GCM` | = | Geek of Computer Management |
GCC = Geek of Communications | `GCS` | = | Geek of Computer Science |
GDS = Geek of Data Science | `GCC` | = | Geek of Communications |
GDVO = Geek of DevOps | `GDS` | = | Geek of Data Science |
GE = Geek of Engineering | `GDVO` | = | Geek of DevOps |
GED = Geek of Education | `GE` | = | Geek of Engineering |
GFA = Geek of Fine Arts | `GED` | = | Geek of Education |
GFS = Geek of Forensic Science | `GFA` | = | Geek of Fine Arts |
GG = Geek of Government | `GFS` | = | Geek of Forensic Science |
GH = Geek of Humanities | `GG` | = | Geek of Government |
GIT = Geek of Information Technology | `GH` | = | Geek of Humanities |
GJ = Geek of Jurisprudence (Law) | `GIT` | = | Geek of Information Technology |
GLS = Geek of Library Science | `GJ` | = | Geek of Jurisprudence (Law) |
GL = Geek of Literature | `GLS` | = | Geek of Library Science |
GMC = Geek of Mass Communications | `GL` | = | Geek of Literature |
GM = Geek of Math | `GMC` | = | Geek of Mass Communications |
GMD = Geek of Medicine | `GM` | = | Geek of Math |
GMU = Geek of Music | `GMD` | = | Geek of Medicine |
GPA = Geek of Performing Arts | `GMU` | = | Geek of Music |
GP = Geek of Philosophy | `GPA` | = | Geek of Performing Arts |
GS = Geek of Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, etc.) | `GP` | = | Geek of Philosophy |
GSS = Geek of Social Science (Psychology, Sociology, etc.) | `GS` | = | Geek of Science |
GTW = Geek of Technical Writing | `GSS` | = | Geek of Social Science |
GVDD = Geek of Video Game Design | `GTW` | = | Geek of Technical Writing |
GO = Geek of Other. Some types of geeks deviate from the normal geek activities. This is encouraged as true geeks come from all walks of life. | `GVDD` | = | Geek of Video Game Design |
GU = Geek of 'Undecided'. This is a popular vocation with incoming freshmen. | `GO` | = | Geek of Other. Some types of geeks deviate from the normal geek activities. This is encouraged as true geeks come from all walks of life. |
G! = Geek of no qualifications nor interests; likely, cannot exist | `GU` | = | Geek of 'Undecided'. This is a popular vocation with incoming freshmen. |
GAT = Geek of All Trades. For those geeks that can do anything and everything. GAT usually precludes the use of other vocational descriptors. | `G!` | = | Geek of no qualifications nor interests; likely, cannot exist |
``` | `GAT` | = | Geek of All Trades. For those geeks that can do anything and everything. GAT usually precludes the use of other vocational descriptors. |
WETWARE (A,B,C,D) (age/beard/clothing/dimensions) WETWARE (A,B,C,D) (age/beard/clothing/dimensions)
====== ======
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------ ------
The only way to become a true geek is through practice and experience. To this end, your age becomes an important part of your geekiness. Use the qualifiers below to show your age (in Terran years). Base 10, wise guys. The only way to become a true geek is through practice and experience. To this end, your age becomes an important part of your geekiness. Use the qualifiers below to show your age (in Terran years). Base 10, wise guys.
```
A++++ = 60 and up | | | |
A+++ = 50-59 |:--- | :---: | :--- |
A++ = 40-49 | `A++++` | = | 60+ |
A+ = 30-39 | `A+++` | = | 50-59 |
A = 25-29 | `A++` | = | 40-49 |
A- = 20-24 | `A+` | = | 30-39 |
A-- = 15-19 | `A` | = | 25-29 |
A--- = 10-14 | `A-` | = | 20-24 |
A---- = 9 and under (Geek in training?) | `A--` | = | 15-19 |
A? = immortal | `A---` | = | 10-14 |
!A = it's none of your business how old I am | `A----` | = | 9 and under (Geek in training?) |
A= = Share your exact age by placing a number after. For example: A=42 | `A?` | = | immortal? |
``` | `!A` | = | it's none of your business how old I am |
| `A=##` | = | Share your exact age by placing a number after. For example: A=42 |
B = Beardliness/Hair B = Beardliness/Hair
------ ------
@ -230,52 +191,52 @@ As facial hair plays some sort of role in geek space, serving as an expression o
The hair code is divided into 5 parts, delimited by a colon. The parts are (Head : Beard : Brows : Mustache : Sideburns) The hair code is divided into 5 parts, delimited by a colon. The parts are (Head : Beard : Brows : Mustache : Sideburns)
``` | | | |
+++ = Some people look at me and think I'm Sasquatch I have so much hair |:--- | :---: | :--- |
++ = Amazing hair growth! | `+++` | = | Some people look at me and think I'm Sasquatch I have so much hair |
+ = Some hair growth | `++` | = | Amazing hair growth! |
= Average | `+` | = | Some hair growth |
- = Less than normal, partially shaved | | = | Average |
-- = Bald / Shaved | `-` | = | Less than normal, partially shaved |
--- = Alopecia / Unable to grow hair there | `--` | = | Bald / Shaved |
``` | `---` | = | Alopecia / Unable to grow hair there |
Thus B_:++:+:++:_ means that geek has an average head of hair, with an impressive beard, thick brows, an equally impressive mustachio, and ordinary sideburns. Thus `B_:++:+:++:_` means that geek has an average head of hair, with an impressive beard, thick brows, an equally impressive mustachio, and ordinary sideburns.
C = Clothing C = Clothing
------ ------
``` | | | |
C++ = I tend to wear conservative dress such as a business suit or worse, a tie. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
C+ = Good leisure-wear. Slacks, button-shirt, etc. No jeans, tennis shoes, or t-shirts. | `C++` | = | I tend to wear conservative dress such as a business suit or worse, a tie. |
C = I dress a lot like those found in catalog ads. Bland, boring, without life or meaning. | `C+` | = | Good leisure-wear. Slacks, button-shirt, etc. No jeans, tennis shoes, or t-shirts. |
C- = I'm usually in jeans and a t-shirt. | `C` | = | I dress a lot like those found in catalog ads. Bland, boring, without life or meaning. |
C-- = My t-shirts go a step further and have a trendy political message on them. | `C-` | = | I'm usually in jeans and a t-shirt. |
C--- = Punk dresser, including, but not limited to, torn jeans and shirts, body piercings, and prominent tattoos. | `C--` | = | My t-shirts go a step further and have a trendy political message on them. |
Cx = Cross Dresser | `C---` | = | Punk dresser, including, but not limited to, torn jeans and shirts, body piercings, and prominent tattoos. |
C? = I have no idea what I am wearing right now, let alone what I wore yesterday. | `Cx` | = | Cross Dresser |
!C = No clothing. Quite a fashion statement, don't you think? | `C?` | = | I have no idea what I am wearing right now, let alone what I wore yesterday. |
Cpu = I wear the same clothes all the time, no matter the occasion, forgetting to do laundry between wearings. | `!C` | = | No clothing. Quite a fashion statement, don't you think? |
``` | `Cpu` | = | I wear the same clothes all the time, no matter the occasion, forgetting to do laundry between wearings. |
D = Dimensions D = Dimensions
------ ------
Geeks come in many shapes and sizes. Shape code is divided into two parts delimited by a colon, the first indicating vertical, and the second horizontal extent. Geeks come in many shapes and sizes. Shape code is divided into two parts delimited by a colon, the first indicating vertical, and the second horizontal extent.
```
D+++:+++ = I usually have to duck through doors/I take up three movie seats. | | | Vertical Extent | Horizontal Extent |
D++:++ = I'm a basketball/linebacker candidate. |:--- | :---: | :--- | :--- |
D+:+ = I'm a little taller/rounder than most. | `+++:+++` | = | I usually have to duck through doors | I take up three movie seats. |
D: = I'm an average geek | `++:++` | = | I'm a basketball candidate. | I'm a linebacker candidate |
D-:- = I look up to most people. Everyone tells me to gain a few pounds. | `+:+` | = | I'm a little taller than most. | I'm a little rounder than most |
D--:-- = I look up to damn near everybody. I tend to have to fight against a strong breeze. | `:` | = | Geek of average height | Geek of average width |
D---:--- = I take a phone book with me when I go out so I can see to eat dinner. My bones are poking through my skin. | `-:-` | = | I look up to most people. | Everyone tells me to gain a few pounds. |
``` | `--:--` | = | I look up to damn near everybody. | I tend to have to fight against a strong breeze. |
| `---:---` | = | I take a phone book with me when I go out so I can see to eat dinner. | My bones are poking through my skin. |
Example: D+++:--- indicates extremely tall and thin. Example: D+++:--- indicates extremely tall and thin.
CM = COMPUTERS CM = COMPUTERS
====== ======
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Most geeks identify themselves by their use of computers and computer networks. In order to quantify your geekiness level on computers, consult the following (consider the term 'computers' synonymous with 'computer network'). This category represents "general" computer aptitude. Categories below will get into specifics. Most geeks identify themselves by their use of computers and computer networks. In order to quantify your geekiness level on computers, consult the following (consider the term 'computers' synonymous with 'computer network'). This category represents "general" computer aptitude. Categories below will get into specifics.
``` | | | |
CM++++ = I'll be first in line to get the new cybernetic interface installed into my skull. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
CM+++ = You mean there is life outside of Internet? I haven't logged out in weeks. I answer questions on StackOverflow. | `CM++++` | = | I'll be first in line to get the new cybernetic interface installed into my skull. |
CM++ = Computers are a large part of my existence. I code in at least one language. I have StackOverflow bookmarked so I can find answers to my programming questions. | `CM+++` | = | You mean there is life outside of Internet? I haven't logged out in weeks. I answer questions on StackOverflow. |
CM+ = Computers are fun and I enjoy using them. I also know that when it says 'press any key to continue', I don't have to look for a key labeled 'ANY'. | `CM++` | = | Computers are a large part of my existence. I code in at least one language. I have StackOverflow bookmarked so I can find answers to my programming questions. |
CM = Computers are a tool, nothing more. I use it when it serves my purpose. | `CM+` | = | Computers are fun and I enjoy using them. I also know that when it says 'press any key to continue', I don't have to look for a key labeled 'ANY'. |
CM- = Anything more complicated than my calculator and I'm screwed. | `CM` | = | Computers are a tool, nothing more. I use it when it serves my purpose. |
CM-- = Where's the on switch? | `CM-` | = | Anything more complicated than my calculator and I'm screwed. |
CM--- = Computer? Not interested. That's those machines with demons in them, right? | `CM--` | = | Where's the on switch? |
``` | `CM---` | = | Computer? Not interested. That's those machines with demons in them, right? |
MW = Microsoft Windows MW = Microsoft Windows
------ ------
@ -305,22 +266,23 @@ Rate your Windows geekiness, and if desired you can include the versions of Wind
For example: MW11+++ means that you are very proficient with Windows 11. For example: MW11+++ means that you are very proficient with Windows 11.
``` | | | |
MW++++ = I am a MS Windows programming god. I have designed/compiled 1+ .exe, .msi, or .dll |:--- | :---: | :--- |
MW+++ = I write/compile Microsoft code. | `MW++++` | = | I am a MS Windows programming god. I have designed/compiled 1+ .exe, .msi, or .dll |
MW++ = I have 'hacked' my Windows REGEDIT to unlock or fix various bugs on my machine. | `MW+++` | = | I write/compile Microsoft code. |
MW+ = I have installed my own custom sounds, wallpaper, and screen savers so my PC walks and talks like a fun house. I have a hundred fonts that I've installed but never used. | `MW++` | = | I have 'hacked' my Windows REGEDIT to unlock or fix various bugs on my machine. |
MW = I only use Windows for one specific purpose (like running Steam games), but I don't have to like it. | `MW+` | = | I have installed my own custom sounds, wallpaper, and screen savers so my PC walks and talks like a fun house. I have a hundred fonts that I've installed but never used. |
MW- = I'm still trying to install MS Windows and have at least one peripheral that never works right | `MW` | = | I only use Windows for one specific purpose (like running Steam games), but I don't have to like it. |
MW-- = MS Windows is a joke operating system. No one can find the error codes anymore, and even if they could no one can read hexadecimal to understand them! | `MW-` | = | I'm still trying to install MS Windows and have at least one peripheral that never works right |
MW--- = Windows has set back the computing industry by at least 10 years. Bill Gates should be drawn, quartered, hung, shot, poisoned, disembowelled, and then REALLY hurt. | `MW--` | = | MS Windows is a joke operating system. No one can find the error codes anymore, and even if they could no one can read hexadecimal to understand them! |
``` | `MW---` | = | Windows has set back the computing industry by at least 10 years. Bill Gates should be drawn, quartered, hung, shot, poisoned, disembowelled, and then REALLY hurt. |
U = Unix U = Unix
------ ------
It seems that a Unix-based operating system is the OS of choice among most geeks. In addition to telling us about your Unix abilities, you can also show which specific Unix OS you are using. To accomplish this, you include a letter showing the brand with your rating. For example: UL++++ would indicate a sysadmin running Linux. It seems that a Unix-based operating system is the OS of choice among most geeks. In addition to telling us about your Unix abilities, you can also show which specific Unix OS you are using. To accomplish this, you include a letter showing the brand with your rating. For example: UL++++ would indicate a sysadmin running Linux.
````
U = Unix U = Unix
UL = Linux UL = Linux
ULA = Arch ULA = Arch
@ -344,94 +306,89 @@ It seems that a Unix-based operating system is the OS of choice among most geeks
UI = IRIX UI = IRIX
UC = SCO Unix UC = SCO Unix
U* = Some other one not listed U* = Some other one not listed
````
some examples some examples
```
U++++ = I am the sysadmin. If you try and crack my machine don't be surprised if the municipal works department gets an "accidental" computer-generated order to put start a new landfill on your front lawn or your quota is reduced to 4K. | | | |
U+++ = I don't need to crack /etc/passwd because I just modified su so that it doesn't prompt me. The admin staff doesn't know I'm here. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
U++ = I've get the entire admin ticked off at me because I am always using all of the CPU time and trying to run programs that I don't have access to. | `U++++` | = | I am the sysadmin. If you try and crack my machine don't be surprised if the municipal works department gets an "accidental" computer-generated order to put start a new landfill on your front lawn or your quota is reduced to 4K. |
U+ = I enjoy shell scripting and understand the fundamental importance of the difference between ' and ` | `U+++` | = | I don't need to crack /etc/passwd because I just modified su so that it doesn't prompt me. The admin staff doesn't know I'm here. |
U = I have a Unix account to do my stuff in | `U++` | = | I've get the entire admin ticked off at me because I am always using all of the CPU time and trying to run programs that I don't have access to. |
U- = I have a VMS account. | `U+` | = | I enjoy shell scripting and understand the fundamental importance of the difference between ' and ` |
U-- = I've seen Unix and didn't like it. DEC rules! | `U` | = | I have a Unix account to do my stuff in |
U--- = Unix geeks are actually nerds in disguise. | `U-` | = | I have a VMS account. |
``` | `U--` | = | I've seen Unix and didn't like it. DEC rules! |
| `U---` | = | Unix geeks are actually nerds in disguise. |
MC = Mac/Apple MC = Mac/Apple
------ ------
Many geeks have jumped the PC ship and moved over to using Apple products. Give notification of your Mac rating. Many geeks have jumped the PC ship and moved over to using Apple products. Give notification of your Mac rating.
``` | | | |
MC++ = I am a Mac guru. Anything those DOS putzes and Unix nerds can do, I can do better, and if not, I'll write the damn software to do it. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
MC+ = A Mac has it's uses and I use it quite often. | `MC++` | = | I am a Mac guru. Anything those DOS putzes and Unix nerds can do, I can do better, and if not, I'll write the damn software to do it. |
MC = I use a Mac, but I'm pretty indifferent about it. | `MC+` | = | A Mac has it's uses and I use it quite often. |
MC- = Macs suck. All real geeks have a character prompt. | `MC` | = | I use a Mac, but I'm pretty indifferent about it. |
MC-- = Macs do more than suck. They make a user stupid by allowing them to use the system without knowing what they are doing. Mac weenies have lower IQs than the fuzz in my navel. | `MC-` | = | Macs suck. All real geeks have a character prompt. |
``` | `MC--` | = | Macs do more than suck. They make a user stupid by allowing them to use the system without knowing what they are doing. Mac weenies have lower IQs than the fuzz in my navel. |
L = Programming Languages L = Programming Languages
------ ------
List a series of languages and your facility/opinion thereupon, for example Lpy++/LR+ would indicate high proficiency in python and above average knowledge of R. List a series of languages and your facility/opinion thereupon, for example Lpy++/LR+ would indicate high proficiency in python and above average knowledge of R.
``` | | | |
Lasm = Assembly |:--- | :---: | :--- |
Lbash = Bourne Again Shell | `Lasm` | = | Assembly |
LC = C programming lang | `Lbash` | = | Bourne Again Shell |
LCpp = C plus plus | `LC` | = | C programming lang |
LC# = C sharp | `LCpp` | = | C plus plus |
Lgo = Go | `LC#` | = | C sharp |
Lj = Java | `Lgo` | = | Go |
Ljs = Javascript | `Lj` | = | Java |
Llll = Low-level Lisp | `Ljs` | = | Javascript |
Llua = Lua | `Llll` | = | Low-level Lisp |
LM = MATLAB | `Llua` | = | Lua |
LoC = Objective C | `LM` | = | MATLAB |
LP = Perl | `LoC` | = | Objective C |
Lphp = PHP | `LP` | = | Perl |
Lpy = Python | `Lphp` | = | PHP |
LQ# = Q sharp | `Lpy` | = | Python |
LR = R | `LQ#` | = | Q sharp |
LRs = Rust | `LR` | = | R |
LRu = Ruby | `LRs` | = | Rust |
Lsql = SQL | `LRu` | = | Ruby |
Lvb = Visual Basic | `Lsql` | = | SQL |
Lwps = Windows PowerShell | `Lvb` | = | Visual Basic |
```` | `Lwps` | = | Windows PowerShell |
For example: For example:
```
Lpy+++ = I am Guido | | | |
Lpy++ = I maintain/contribute to the python code base |:--- | :---: | :--- |
Lpy+ = I am a pythonista love python and use it all the time , consider whether things I say are 'pythonic' | `Lpy+++` | = | I am Guido |
Lpy = I am neutral on python , its ok for some things. | `Lpy++` | = | I maintain/contribute to the python code base |
Lpy- = Python is for hobbies | `Lpy+` | = | I am a pythonista love python and use it all the time , consider whether things I say are 'pythonic' |
Lpy-- = I do not like python, it is an ugly aberration for people incapable of grasping the subtle power of [C|Lisp|assembly] | `Lpy` | = | I am neutral on python , its ok for some things. |
``` | `Lpy-` | = | Python is for hobbies |
| `Lpy--` | = | I do not like python, it is an ugly aberration for people incapable of grasping the subtle power of [C|Lisp|assembly] |
IO = Input/Output IO = Input/Output
------ ------
How do you take your data? How do you present your data to others? Input/Output is a single entry with two sections delimited by a colon describing how user-friendly or not you are. How do you take your data? How do you present your data to others? Input/Output is a single entry with two sections delimited by a colon describing how user-friendly or not you are.
``` | | | Input | Output |
Input Side |:--- | :---: | :--- | :--- |
IO+++ = I wrote my own database system as current performance limitations were irking me | `+++` | = | I wrote my own database system as current performance limitations were irking me | I am a java bean |
IO++ = | `++` | = | | |
IO+ = | `+` | = | | |
IO = | | = | Uses mouse and keyboard equally | Uses mouse and keyboard equally |
IO- = | `-` | = | | |
IO-- = | `--` | = | | My user interface is a text-only Terminal. Don't even touch the mouse |
IO--- = Keep the dirty stuff under the hood, building a cool GUI is where its at | `---` | = | Keep the dirty stuff under the hood, building a cool GUI is where its at | I couldnt care less about the 'user experience'; users can be approximated using Bayesian techniques |
Output Side
IO+++ = I am a java bean
IO++ =
IO+ =
IO =
IO- =
IO-- = My user interface is a text-only Terminal. Don't even touch the mouse
IO--- = I couldnt care less about the 'user experience'; users can be approximated using Bayesian techniques
```
For example: IO+++:--- likely means you send and recieve data in as raw a form as possible. For example: IO+++:--- likely means you send and recieve data in as raw a form as possible.
@ -440,30 +397,31 @@ PGP
------ ------
Pretty Good Privacy (aka PGP) is a program available on many platforms that will encrypt files so that prying eyes (particularly governmental) can't look at them. Pretty Good Privacy (aka PGP) is a program available on many platforms that will encrypt files so that prying eyes (particularly governmental) can't look at them.
```
PGP++++ = I am Philip Zimmerman | | | |
PGP+++ = I don't send or answer mail that is not encrypted, or at the very least signed. If you are reading this without decrypting it first, something is wrong. IT DIDN'T COME FROM ME! |:--- | :---: | :--- |
PGP++ = I have the most recent version and use it regularly | `PGP++++` | = | I am Philip Zimmerman |
PGP+ = "Finger me for my public key" | `PGP+++` | = | I don't send or answer mail that is not encrypted, or at the very least signed. If you are reading this without decrypting it first, something is wrong. IT DIDN'T COME FROM ME! |
PGP = I've used it, but stopped long ago. | `PGP++` | = | I have the most recent version and use it regularly |
PGP- = I don't have anything to hide. | `PGP+` | = | "Finger me for my public key" |
PGP-- = I feel that the glory of the Internet is in the anarchic, trusting environment that so nurtures the exchange of information. Encryption just bogs that down. | `PGP` | = | I've used it, but stopped long ago. |
PGP--- = If you support encryption on the Internet, you must be a drug dealer or terrorist or something like that. | `PGP-` | = | I don't have anything to hide. |
PGP---- = Oh, here is something you all can use that is better (insert Clipper here). | `PGP--` | = | I feel that the glory of the Internet is in the anarchic, trusting environment that so nurtures the exchange of information. Encryption just bogs that down. |
``` | `PGP---` | = | If you support encryption on the Internet, you must be a drug dealer or terrorist or something like that. |
| `PGP----` | = | Oh, here is something you all can use that is better (insert Clipper here). |
G = GitHub Username G = GitHub Username
------ ------
Good Version Control systems are a priority for most geeks coders. List which version control system you use, and your username so we can find you. Version Control systems are a priority for most geeks coders. List which version control system you use, and your username so we can find you.
``` | | | |
G = GitHub |:--- | :---: | :--- |
Gb = BitBucket | `G` | = | GitHub |
Gbk = Bitkeeper | `Gb` | = | BitBucket |
Gbn = Beanstalk | `Gbk` | = | Bitkeeper |
Gsvn = Subversion | `Gbn` | = | Beanstalk |
Gtfs = Team Foundation Server | `Gsvn` | = | Subversion |
``` | `Gtfs` | = | Team Foundation Server |
Write your username, after the code, like the following examples: Write your username, after the code, like the following examples:
@ -475,34 +433,32 @@ Gbn:rutman
E = Electronics E = Electronics
------ ------
``` | | | |
E+++ = I am lady ada |:--- | :---: | :--- |
E++ = I have fixed broken toasters without removing the plug, such is my skill and need for speed. | `E+++` | = | I am lady ada |
E+ = I know CMOS from BJT and why a comparator is not quite equivalent to an op amp | `E++` | = | I have fixed broken toasters without removing the plug, such is my skill and need for speed. |
E = | `E+` | = | I know CMOS from BJT and why a comparator is not quite equivalent to an op amp |
E- = | `E` | = | |
E-- = Electrons are interesting as theoretical constructs | `E-` | = | |
``` | `E--` | = | Electrons are interesting as theoretical constructs |
H = Hardware H = Hardware
------ ------
``` | | | |
H+++ = I smithed my own chainmail from iron I smelted with ore mined by means of steam-powered equipment I created from old car parts. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
H++ = | `H+++` | = | I smithed my own chainmail from iron I smelted with ore mined by means of steam-powered equipment I created from old car parts. |
H+ = | `H++` | = | |
H = | `H+` | = | |
H- = I have used hammers metaphorically far more often than literally | `H` | = | |
H-- = I prefer to take my laptop to the shop when the hardware acts up | `H-` | = | I have used hammers metaphorically far more often than literally |
``` | `H--` | = | I prefer to take my laptop to the shop when the hardware acts up |
POLITICS POLITICS
====== ======
The last few years has seen the rise of the political geek. This phenomena is little understood, but some theorize that it has come about because of the popular media's attempts to demonize the Internet and computer use in general, and the government's willingness to go along with it. Others propose that the aging geek population has simply started taking an interest in the world around them. Some support the "Sun Spot" theory. As of v4 some new subcategories are added to the PS and PE categories. The last few years has seen the rise of the political geek. This phenomena is little understood, but some theorize that it has come about because of the popular media's attempts to demonize the Internet and computer use in general, and the government's willingness to go along with it. Others propose that the aging geek population has simply started taking an interest in the world around them. Some support the "Sun Spot" theory. As of v4 some new subcategories are added to the PS and PE categories.
Politics and Social Issues Politics and Social Issues
------ ------
@ -510,33 +466,35 @@ Where, in general, your political views on different social issues fall. The + a
Subcategories (give yourself a geek point if your first thought was 'actually, subsubcategories') Subcategories (give yourself a geek point if your first thought was 'actually, subsubcategories')
```
PSG = green politics/sustainability/climate PSG = green politics/sustainability/climate
PSL = civil liberties PSL = civil liberties
PSS = gender politics PSS = gender politics
```
| | | |
|:--- | :---: | :--- |
| `PS+++` | = | Legalize drugs! Abolish the government. "Fuck the draft!" |
| `PS++` | = | I give to liberal causes. I march for gay rights. I'm a card carrying member of the ACLU. Keep abortion safe and legal. |
| `PS+` | = | My whole concept of liberalism is that nobody has the right to tell anybody else what to do, on either side of the political fence. If you don't like it, turn the bloody channel. |
| `PS` | = | I really don't have an opinion; nobody's messing with my freedoms right now. |
| `PS-` | = | Label records! Keep dirty stuff off the TV and the Internet. |
| `PS--` | = | Oppose sex education, abortion rights, gay rights. Rush Limbaugh is my spokesman. |
| `PS---` | = | Repent left-wing sinners and change your wicked evil ways. Buchanan/Robertson in '96. |
```
PS+++ = Legalize drugs! Abolish the government. "Fuck the draft!"
PS++ = I give to liberal causes. I march for gay rights. I'm a card carrying member of the ACLU. Keep abortion safe and legal.
PS+ = My whole concept of liberalism is that nobody has the right to tell anybody else what to do, on either side of the political fence. If you don't like it, turn the bloody channel.
PS = I really don't have an opinion; nobody's messing with my freedoms right now.
PS- = Label records! Keep dirty stuff off the TV and the Internet.
PS-- = Oppose sex education, abortion rights, gay rights. Rush Limbaugh is my spokesman.
PS--- = Repent left-wing sinners and change your wicked evil ways. Buchanan/Robertson in '96.
```
Politics and Economic Issues Politics and Economic Issues
------ ------
Note this category has been reversed as of v4 to maintain the loose left+ and right- association from the PS category. Note this category has been reversed as of v4 to maintain the loose left+ and right- association from the PS category.
``` | | | |
PE+++ = Capitalism is evil! Government should provide the services we really need. Nobody should be rich. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
PE++ = Keep the government off the backs of businesses. Deregulate as much as possible. | `PE+++` | = | Capitalism is evil! Government should provide the services we really need. Nobody should be rich. |
PE = Distrust both government and business. | `PE++` | = | Keep the government off the backs of businesses. Deregulate as much as possible. |
PE- = It's ok to increase government spending, so we can help more poor people. Tax the rich! Cut the defense budget! | `PE` | = | Distrust both government and business. |
PE-- = Balance the budget with spending cuts and an amendment. | `PE-` | = | It's ok to increase government spending, so we can help more poor people. Tax the rich! Cut the defense budget! |
PE--- = Abolish antitrust legislation. Raise taxes on everyone but the rich so that the money can trickle-down to the masses. | `PE--` | = | Balance the budget with spending cuts and an amendment. |
``` | `PE---` | = | Abolish antitrust legislation. Raise taxes on everyone but the rich so that the money can trickle-down to the masses. |
ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT
====== ======
@ -547,106 +505,130 @@ T = TV
------ ------
List what you think of the series you geek out to List what you think of the series you geek out to
| | | |
|:--- | :---: | :--- |
| `TBBT` | = | The Big Bang Theory |
| `TB5` | = | Babylon5 |
| `TDW` | = | Doctor Who |
| `TEX` | = | The Expanse |
| `TFF` | = | Firefly |
| `TGT` | = | Game of Thrones |
| `TIL` | = | 'In Search Of...' with Leonard Nimoy |
| `TMON` | = | Monty Python (series/films) |
| `TMM` | = | Mad Max |
| `TLOTR` | = | Lord of the Rings |
| `TL` | = | Lost |
| `TOB` | = | Orphan Black |
| `TRM` | = | rick&MORTY |
| `TW13` | = | Warehouse 13 |
``` ### Heroes
TBBT = The Big Bang Theory | | | |
TB5 = Babylon5 |:--- | :---: | :--- |
TDW = Doctor Who | `THRO` | = | Heroes |
TEX = The Expanse | `THROrb` | = | Heroes Reborn |
TFF = Firefly
TGT = Game of Thrones ### Leverage
THRO = Heroes | | | |
TI = 'In search of…' with Leonard Nimoy |:--- | :---: | :--- |
TLV = Leverage | `TLV` | = | Leverage |
TLVr = Leverage: Redemption | `TLVr` | = | Leverage: Redemption |
Tmon = Monty Python (series/films)
TMM = Mad Max ### Stargate
TLOTR = Lord of the Rings | | | |
TL = Lost |:--- | :---: | :--- |
TOB = Orphan Black | `TSG` | = | Stargate |
TRM = rick&MORTY | `TSG1` | = | Stargate SG-1 |
TSG = Stargate | `TSGa` | = | Stargate Atlantis |
TSG1 = Stargate SG-1 | `TSGu` | = | Stargate Universe |
TSGa = Stargate Atlantis | `TSGoc` | = | Stargate Origins Catherine |
TSGu = Stargate Universe
TSGoc = Stargate Origins Catherine ### Star Trek
TST = Star Trek | | | |
TSTanm = Star Trek - Animated Series |:--- | :---: | :--- |
TSTng = Star Trek - The Next Generation | `TST` | = | Star Trek |
TSTds9 = Star Trek - Deep Space Nine | `TSTanm` | = | Star Trek - Animated Series |
TSTv = Star Trek - Voyager | `TSTng` | = | Star Trek - The Next Generation |
TSTe = Star Trek - Enterprise | `TSTds9` | = | Star Trek - Deep Space Nine |
TSTdsc = Star Trek - Discovery | `TSTv` | = | Star Trek - Voyager |
TSTpic = Star Trek - Picard | `TSTe` | = | Star Trek - Enterprise |
TSTld = Star Trek - Lower Decks | `TSTdsc` | = | Star Trek - Discovery |
TSTst = Star Trek - Short Treks | `TSTpic` | = | Star Trek - Picard |
TSTpro = Star Trek - Prodigy | `TSTld` | = | Star Trek - Lower Decks |
TSTsnw = Star Trek - Strange New Worlds | `TSTst` | = | Star Trek - Short Treks |
TSW = Star Wars | `TSTpro` | = | Star Trek - Prodigy |
TSWcw = Star Wars Clone Wars | `TSTsnw` | = | Star Trek - Strange New Worlds |
TSWman = The Mandalorian
TSWand = Star Wars - Andor ### Star Wars
TSWobi = Star Wars - Obi-Wan Kenobi | | | |
TSWbob = Star Wars - Book of Boba Fett |:--- | :---: | :--- |
TSWv = Star Wars - Visions | `TSW` | = | Star Wars |
TSWbb = Star Wars - The Bad Batch | `TSWcw` | = | Star Wars Clone Wars |
TSWres = Star Wars - Resistance | `TSWman` | = | The Mandalorian |
TSWreb = Star Wars - Rebels | `TSWand` | = | Star Wars - Andor |
TW13 = Warehouse 13 | `TSWobi` | = | Star Wars - Obi-Wan Kenobi |
| `TSWbob` | = | Star Wars - Book of Boba Fett |
| `TSWv` | = | Star Wars - Visions |
| `TSWbb` | = | Star Wars - The Bad Batch |
| `TSWres` | = | Star Wars - Resistance |
| `TSWreb` | = | Star Wars - Rebels |
````
Example Star Trek info Example Star Trek info
``` | | | |
TST+++ = It's not just a TV show, it's a religion. I know all about warp field dynamics and the principles behind the transporter. I have memorized the TECH manual. I speak Klingon. I go to cons with Vulcan ears on. I have no life. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
TST++ = It's the best show around. I have all the episodes and the movies on tape and can quote entire scenes verbatim. I've built a few of the model kits too. But you'll never catch me at one of those conventions. Those people are kooks. | `TST+++` | = | It's not just a TV show, it's a religion. I know all about warp field dynamics and the principles behind the transporter. I have memorized the TECH manual. I speak Klingon. I go to cons with Vulcan ears on. I have no life. |
TST+ = It's a damn fine TV show and is one of the only things good on television any more. | `TST++` | = | It's the best show around. I have all the episodes and the movies on tape and can quote entire scenes verbatim. I've built a few of the model kits too. But you'll never catch me at one of those conventions. Those people are kooks. |
TST = It's just another TV show | `TST+` | = | It's a damn fine TV show and is one of the only things good on television any more. |
TST- = Maybe it is just me, but I have no idea what the big deal with Star Trek is. Perhaps I'm missing something but I just think it is bad drama. | `TST` | = | It's just another TV show |
TST-- = Star Trek is just another Space Opera. William Shatner isn't an actor, he's a poser! And what's with this Jean-Luc Picard? A Frenchman with a British accent? Come on. Isn't Voyager just a rehash of Lost in Space? Has Sisko even breathed in the last two seasons? Come on. I'd only watch this show if my remote control broke. | `TST-` | = | Maybe it is just me, but I have no idea what the big deal with Star Trek is. Perhaps I'm missing something but I just think it is bad drama. |
TST--- = Star Trek SUCKS! It is the worst crap I have ever seen! Hey, all you trekkies out there, GET A LIFE! (William Shatner is a t—) | `TST--` | = | Star Trek is just another Space Opera. William Shatner isn't an actor, he's a poser! And what's with this Jean-Luc Picard? A Frenchman with a British accent? Come on. Isn't Voyager just a rehash of Lost in Space? Has Sisko even breathed in the last two seasons? Come on. I'd only watch this show if my remote control broke. |
```` | `TST---` | = | Star Trek SUCKS! It is the worst crap I have ever seen! Hey, all you trekkies out there, GET A LIFE! (William Shatner is a t@#$) |
RPG = Roleplaying RPG = Roleplaying
------ ------
Role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons have long been a part of the traditional geek life. Because geeks often become so involved in their role-playing that they lose touch with reality, include one of the following role-playing codes. Role-playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons have long been a part of the traditional geek life. Because geeks often become so involved in their role-playing that they lose touch with reality, include one of the following role-playing codes.
```
RPG+++ = I've written and published my own gaming materials. | | | |
RPG++ = There is no life outside the role of the die. I know all of piddly rules of (chosen game). _MY_ own warped rules scare the rest of the players. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
RPG+ = I've got my weekly sessions set up and a character that I know better than I know myself. | `RPG+++` | = | I've written and published my own gaming materials. |
RPG = Role-Playing? That's just something to do to kill a Saturday afternoon | `RPG++` | = | There is no life outside the role of the die. I know all of piddly rules of (chosen game). _MY_ own warped rules scare the rest of the players. |
RPG- = Gosh, what an utter waste of time! | `RPG+` | = | I've got my weekly sessions set up and a character that I know better than I know myself. |
RPG-- = Role-Players are instruments of pure evil. | `RPG` | = | Role-Playing? That's just something to do to kill a Saturday afternoon |
RPG--- = I work for T$R. | `RPG-` | = | Gosh, what an utter waste of time! |
RPG* = I thought life WAS role-playing? | `RPG--` | = | Role-Players are instruments of pure evil. |
``` | `RPG---` | = | I work for T$R. |
| `RPG?` | = | I thought life WAS role-playing? |
BK = Books BK = Books
------ ------
In addition (or maybe on the other hand), many geeks have lives that revolve around books. In addition (or maybe on the other hand), many geeks have lives that revolve around books.
``` | | | |
BK++++ = I read a book a day. I have library cards in three states. I have discount cards from every major bookstore. I've ordered books from another country to get my Favorite Author Fix. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
BK+++ = I consume a few books a week as part of a staple diet. | `BK++++` | = | I read a book a day. I have library cards in three states. I have discount cards from every major bookstore. I've ordered books from another country to get my Favorite Author Fix. |
BK++ = I find the time to get through at least one new book a month. | `BK+++` | = | I consume a few books a week as part of a staple diet. |
BK+ = I enjoy reading, but don't get the time very often. | `BK++` | = | I find the time to get through at least one new book a month. |
BK = I read the newspaper and the occasional book. | `BK+` | = | I enjoy reading, but don't get the time very often. |
BK- = I read when there is no other way to get the information. | `BK` | = | I read the newspaper and the occasional book. |
BK-- = I take in knowledge by osmosis | `BK-` | = | I read when there is no other way to get the information. |
BK--- = I did not actually READ the geek code, I just had someone tell me. | `BK--` | = | I take in knowledge by osmosis |
``` | `BK---` | = | I did not actually READ the geek code, I just had someone tell me. |
K = Comics K = Comics
------ ------
Subcategories | | | |
``` |:--- | :---: | :--- |
KD = Dilbert | `KD` | = | Dilbert |
KX = XKCD | `KX` | = | XKCD |
KM = Manga | `KM` | = | Manga |
KM! = Hentai | `KM!` | = | Hentai |
```
You may append the code for comics with a modifier from --- to +++ to indicate how much of a fan you are.
LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE
====== ======
@ -664,18 +646,17 @@ R = Residence
Tell us about your geeky home. Tell us about your geeky home.
``` | | | |
R+++ = Living in a cave with 47 computers and an Internet feed, located near a Dominoes pizza. See !d. |:--- | :---: | :--- |
R++ = Living alone, get out once a week to buy food, no more than once a month to do laundry. All surfaces covered. | `R+++` | = | Living in a cave with 47 computers and an Internet feed, located near a Dominoes pizza. |
R+ = Friends come over to visit every once in a while to talk about Geek things. There is a place for them to sit. | `R++` | = | Living alone, get out once a week to buy food, no more than once a month to do laundry. All surfaces covered. |
R = Living with one or more registered Geeks. | `R+` | = | Friends come over to visit every once in a while to talk about Geek things. There is a place for them to sit. |
R- = Living with one or more people who know nothing about being a Geek and refuse to watch geeky shows on TV. | `R` | = | Living with one or more registered Geeks. |
R-- = Married (or living romantically with someone.) | `R-` | = | Living with one or more people who know nothing about being a Geek and refuse to watch geeky shows on TV. |
R--- = Married with children Al Bundy can sympathize | `R--` | = | Married (or living romantically with someone.) |
| `R---` | = | Married with children Al Bundy can sympathize |
R! I am stuck living with my parents! | `R!` | = | I am stuck living with my parents! |
R* I'm not sure where I live anymore. This lab/workplace seems like home to me. | `R?` | = | I'm not sure where I live anymore. This lab/workplace seems like home to me. |
```
RELATIONSHIPS, SEX, AND GENDER RELATIONSHIPS, SEX, AND GENDER
====== ======
@ -690,21 +671,21 @@ Share your pronouns followed by the modifier to show how succesful you have been
Pronouns should always be lowercase to prevent them from being mistaken for current or future geekcode (which is capitalized in most cases). Pronouns should always be lowercase to prevent them from being mistaken for current or future geekcode (which is capitalized in most cases).
``` | | | |
* = I'm a pervert |:--- | :---: | :--- |
** = I've been known to make perverts look like angels. | `*` | = | I'm a pervert |
++++ = I've got a few rugrats to prove I've been there. | `**` | = | I've been known to make perverts look like angels. |
+++ = Married, so I can get it (theoretically) whenever I want. | `++++` | = | I've got a few rugrats to prove I've been there. |
++ = I was once referred to as 'easy'. I have no idea where that might have come from though. | `+++` | = | Married, so I can get it (theoretically) whenever I want. |
+ = I've had sex | `++` | = | I was once referred to as 'easy'. I have no idea where that might have come from though. |
_ = I've had sex. Oh! You mean with someone else? Then no. | `+` | = | I've had sex |
- = Not having sex by choice. | | = | I've had sex. Oh! You mean with someone else? Then no. |
-- = People just aren't interested in dating me... | `-` | = | Not having sex by choice. |
--- = Not having sex because I'm a nun or a priest. | `--` | = | People just aren't interested in dating me... |
% = signifying membership in the SBCA (Sour Bachelor(ette)'s Club of America). The motto is 'Bitter, but not Desperate'. | `---` | = | Not having sex because I'm a nun or a priest. |
! = None of your business what my sex life is like! | `%` | = | signifying membership in the SBCA (Sour Bachelor(ette)'s Club of America). The motto is 'Bitter, but not Desperate'. |
>+ = Desperate for experience | `!` | = | None of your business what my sex life is like! |
``` | `>+` | = | Desperate for experience |
For example: For example: