Black Box Swap Shop

 

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I need help getting out of a black box. But first, a few confessions. There was a time when I could build websites from HTML, could code most devices, messed with wires and was as savvy with tech as a teacher who loved tech could be. But that was back in 2000. Since then,  I left teaching and went into publishing and digital technology- and I have fallen behind. I need help to catch up. In return, I have ‘swaps’ to put on the table.

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For the past 16 years, I have taken a ‘Black Box’ approach to making digital things happen. I focus on the input and the output. I learn enough to understand the framework (give the box a little shake), and then leave it to experts who know what goes on inside the box to make great stuff come out..

  • That worked great for when I worked in large organisations.
  • It works great when I work with clients, as I don’t get pulled into details that belong to team members to own.
  • It works great when I am working with kids, as it makes them the experts and problem solvers.

However, it is increasingly dragging me back as a freelancer.

I have begun to lose track of myself online. I have google apps, but want to move to more open tech.  I manage my WordPress site – but I know it could be better. I have a bunch of domains, which I don’t know what I’m doing with, but need sorting. I have a Pogoplug as a personal cloud – which I barely use – as my storage is now a mess of systems. I use a bunch of web services for work which don’t talk to each other as much as they could.

Finding a series of MOOCs, tech guides, etc, is another chimera of hassle.

SO, I need help. I need a guide to help me untangle the loose ends and help me get back on track. Is this you? Can you help me with any of the above? 

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Obviously, I have kind friends with skills, but I refuse to take without giving.  So, even if you don’t want what I can offer, perhaps you know someone who does. Gift me to person or an organisation you care about.

So, what can offer in return?

If you think you’d like to Swap – get in touch eylan@ezekiels.co.uk

If you know a skills exchange that this belongs in, or can suggest a way to manage this sort of swappage, please let me know!

Thanks

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