So, where do you guys learn all this stuff? - Off-topic

So, I'm pretty curious. I've not been on this forum that long but what all you guys do is simply amazing. How/where did you guys learn all this ROM making, porting, linux development and things?
I'm off to Uni next year and I'd like to study programming. So could you give me a little insight to how you guys got started?
Thanks

PaulForde said:
So, I'm pretty curious. I've not been on this forum that long but what all you guys do is simply amazing. How/where did you guys learn all this ROM making, porting, linux development and things?
I'm off to Uni next year and I'd like to study programming. So could you give me a little insight to how you guys got started?
Thanks
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We all started where you did. I haven't had a phone in a couple months (waiting for the next great device) so i might be a little behind though

Austin021296 said:
We all started where you did. I haven't had a phone in a couple months (waiting for the next great device) so i might be a little behind though
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That's good to hear. So how did you get started. Reading documents/books etc? Help from other people?

I would also like some insight on this topic.

Also good luck in programming. I have it now. Intro to pseudocode and in a few weeks we're starting java. It's boring as hell, but the exams are easy. So far I'm a straight A in that class. lol

jaszek said:
Also good luck in programming. I have it now. Intro to pseudocode and in a few weeks we're starting java. It's boring as hell, but the exams are easy. So far I'm a straight A in that class. lol
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Thanks for the tips anyone else?
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PaulForde said:
Thanks for the tips anyone else?
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Well a good place to start looking is the Chef Central
There are plenty of guides there, and that is where I started.

Put ur phone under ur pillow with xda opened on it
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Master™ said:
Well a good place to start looking is the Chef Central
There are plenty of guides there, and that is where I started.
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Thanks, will do.
Really appreciate anyone who contributes to this topic.
So any more tips guys?

PaulForde said:
Thanks, will do.
Really appreciate anyone who contributes to this topic.
So any more tips guys?
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Learn java

Master™ said:
Learn java
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Have learned bits n piece's over time, maybe when I have some more free time I'll sit down and learn as much as possible.

souljaboy said:
Put ur phone under ur pillow with xda opened on it
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I like this site, because everyone seems knowledgeable. Everyone is nice, when you have an issue, they walk you through it, rather than talk down to you.
Thanks to you all who run this sweet operation. I click "Thanks" every chance I get. Thank you moders, without you our products would just flat out suck. I like the fact, because of groups like ours here, phone makers are more open to letting us open up their devices, and take out what we hate, and put in what we love.
Keep it up.
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This place is an amazing tool, social community and has become THE NAME in mobile device dev.
I feel you. I just registered this morning and will probably buy the paid app too.
also... i am an xda-addict too..
this site is great... it's all the necesary to life
For all you fresh faced XDA junkies....
Have a look at this thread and see what the future has in store for you...
The best app on my phone is XDA lol whether I'm at work or on the tube or wherever I'll check out the forums on a regular basis, some great people on here especially all the helpful devs.
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i remember when i didnt have ord.... my girlfriends phone was stock, my phone was stock, i didnt do hardware modifications, ah the memories.
I concur entirely with every post in the thread. There are constantly two or three different XDA tabs open on my browser, so I can switch between and find even more awesome things to do with my phone.
I look forward to being full on ORD soon!
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Here here!
This place is an amazing tool, social community and has become THE NAME in mobile device dev.
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It's "hear, hear"
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For all you fresh faced XDA junkies....
Have a look at this thread and see what the future has in store for you...
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Glad my addiction was over. Thanks to -Cali- and CM7
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snip... Everyone is nice, when you have an issue, they walk you through it, rather than talk down to you.
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Erm... glad you think of us that way.
This website is awesome. But i was expecting a thread where we share our addictions. This being OT I am changing the topic.
What are your addictions? Mine are smoking and drinking i guess.
starskyrob said:
This place is an amazing tool
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You're an amazing tool
who isnt addicted to xda. great forums for android modding. and of course... great place to brick androids too. just bricked mine
jaszek said:
This website is awesome. But i was expecting a thread where we share our addictions. This being OT I am changing the topic.
What are your addictions? Mine are smoking and drinking i guess.
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Drinking yeah... and XDA... What?
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I'm so glad this thread's resurfaced. I love necro-bumps
And drinking.
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And eating.
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Uh oh, zombie thread....
i hope im not the only female here addicted to xda
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saywhatt said:
i hope im not the only female here addicted to xda
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I know a lot of us on XDA are addicted to females.

Thank you XDA users

This is my first post on these forums.
Because of you folks, I went from buying my first Android phone not knowing a thing, to rooting my phone, flashing roms, even to editing my gps.conf manually to tweak a patch to suit my particular region.
The senior members are helpful, and the guides and information are top notch.
Thank you!
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nednednerb said:
This is my first post on these forums.
Because of you folks, I went from buying my first Android phone not knowing a thing, to rooting my phone, flashing roms, even to editing my gps.conf manually to tweak a patch to suit my particular region.
The senior members are helpful, and the guides and information are top notch.
Thank you!
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Same! Now I'm learning to port
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No need to thank... we know we rock
My kaiser still rocks
dexter93 said:
No need to thank... we know we rock
My kaiser still rocks
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you still like a phone with a *super* lag os? i'd rather go Nokia
hiu115 said:
you still like a phone with a *super* lag os? i'd rather go Nokia
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Obviously im using android.... yes we have even NAND ports
really thanks to you ppl
dexter93 said:
Obviously im using android.... yes we have even NAND ports
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Had my old Kaiser right up to about a month ago when I split up with my gf and left it at her place. It was the original hacked WinMo/Android beast phone!! Went from that to the AT&T Tilt2 (Rhodium), to the HD2. It's too bad the HD2 is the last phone of that era. One of these days my Leo's gonna finally kick the bucket and I'll have to get a for real Android-native phone. That'll be a sad day.

how to create a forum just like this?

hi guys, I really love XDA, im on it all the time, But i wanted to make my own forum just like this, except its focused on just 1 phone, Is there any possible way to create a forum the same as this and excellent as this one?
If so, Can you give me a step-by-step walkthrough? Cheers (P.S, like i said, exactly (nearly) like this, so i can recruit mods,etc, mysql, php etc, anything, as long as its like this forum/website)
cheers,
wilbso
This should get you started: http://bit.ly/xYjjc5
well there are lots of free websites that allows you to create forums which you can manage as you like or create one on your own with phpbb, vb etc with your domain. If its a forum, you can assign mods, database or just anything else.
lamborg said:
well there are lots of free websites that allows you to create forums which you can manage as you like or create one on your own with phpbb, vb etc with your domain. If its a forum, you can assign mods, database or just anything else.
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i know that, i just cant find one that i like, but i will keep searching and wait for anymore replys
jaszek said:
This should get you started: http://bit.ly/xYjjc5
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Hahaha, thanks, might just point out, i tried that, but im still searching
wilbso said:
i know that, i just cant find one that i like, but i will keep searching and wait for anymore replys
Hahaha, thanks, might just point out, i tried that, but im still searching
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Well then you have to find oue, and make it do what you want. Most forums are based on phpBB or vBulletin. I think XDA is vBulletin.
jaszek said:
Well then you have to find oue, and make it do what you want. Most forums are based on phpBB or vBulletin. I think XDA is vBulletin.
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Yep. Xda is vbulletin
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Simple. I've made a forum before.
Buy vBulletin or another forum software. Get yourself some hosting, according to the specs. Install the forum on the server using the manual. Then just start tweaking the settings and get it noticed.
http://WWW.freeforums.org/
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Xda is vBulletin and awesome sauce. You CAN'T just copy that.....but you can try.
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http://WWW.freeforums.org/
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OMG thanks dude, i have just created my forum, check here for my new forum about the xperia x8 and more
the main forum, which is focused on the xperia x8, is called xperiance,
Hello !
Well... Good ! But I guess you can do much better with a Forumotion's free forum !
It's the best free forum hoster, which offers a lot of possibilities. You need to try !
May be worth considering whether or not the forum you go with is supported by Tapatalk. There's a list of forums they support on their site...
http://www.tapatalk.com/
I beleive the recipe is 2 parts vBulletin, 2 parts contributing users and 8 parts trolls....
Mix well and leave to simmer for 9 years....
Good luck.
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If you decide to put up a forum and need help with what to get and how to set it up let me know. Pm me here or email me [email protected]
The forum got closed down.
Sent from somewhere too far away from my computer.
Of course it did. Forums needs users and by only focusing on ONE device, the forum becomes a ghost town when a new version gets released. Its not a sustainable model at all.
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Bad-Wolf said:
The forum got closed down.
Sent from somewhere too far away from my computer.
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Was it because you got rid of the thanks button in your OT forum?
What?
Sent from somewhere too far away from my computer.
jaszek said:
This should get you started: http://bit.ly/xYjjc5
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WOW! A mouse in Android! How?!
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VaderSKN said:
WOW! A mouse in Android! How?!
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Impossibru!!
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Stop... MUFFIN TIME!!!

Raver

Does any one know what happend to raver??
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doesnt matter. Its called a donation not a guarantee.
Are you talking about the raver who has a ROM in the development section?
Yeah dude. And he replies to it also. He JUST barely got his phone or is picking it up. The patience of people man.
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280z_rb26dett said:
Does any one know what happend to raver??
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What are you talking about? He has had a phone for one week, maybe. Do you think these guys are wizards? WTF?
jim93 said:
doesnt matter. Its called a donation not a guarantee.
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Lol don't you feel stupid
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this has absolutely no uniqueness to Raver at all but one thing I would say is that there has never been a bounty thread which just told it like it is and said "I will make a modded stock rom of gb and do the same when stock ICS is out".
Most bounties are about winking at suggestions of making ICS builds or this or that pie in the sky rom. I know there is supposed to be salesmanship in those threads but it would be refreshing to just have it be straightforward on the other hand I doubt such a thread would be a successful bounty
280z_rb26dett said:
Does any one know what happend to raver??
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If you read his posts, he said that he's working out the bugs on the installer and ROM. If you think he's too slow, offload some work from him. Maybe go over and give him meals, clean for him, do his other ***** work and then he will have more time for you.
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wow .... Fyi i been working on it if you actually read my thread in the development section u would have known lol sorry i dont check the general section alot thanks.
280z_rb26dett said:
Does any one know what happend to raver??
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im still here working on your rom and working on stuff for the sgs 4 g lol shesh fyi devs are not vending machines give me some time i just bairly got to paly with the device much lol also stated in previous post ;P thanks...
just a note im not a promise dev im a delivery dev sometimes it might be slow coming out but i do what i say i will do
kr3w1337 said:
If you read his posts, he said that he's working out the bugs on the installer and ROM. If you think he's too slow, offload some work from him. Maybe go over and give him meals, clean for him, do his other ***** work and then he will have more time for you.
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lol best post yet
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Lol don't you feel stupid
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Are you talking trash for donating to a dev?
Good for you for not donating.
Holy hell people must want instant results...how about instead of donating next time take that money and take some development courses at your local community college then you can create whatever the hell you want when you want...if not then quit your pissing and moaning and wait like everyone else...Gotta love those people who think there special and shouldn't have to wait around.
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just a note im not a promise dev im a delivery dev sometimes it might be slow coming out but i do what i say i will do [/QUOTE]
This is definitely true. Raver always delivers what he promises. I've used most of his Roms on the SGS4G and they were all incredible. I just got my SGSII last Friday and I can't wait to try Black Edition when its complete. Raver I'm really glad to see you on this phone also. You'll definitely be getting more donations from me.
this thread should be deleted by a moderator.
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RaverX3X said:
wow .... Fyi i been working on it if you actually read my thread in the development section u would have known lol sorry i dont check the general section alot thanks.
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Ignore them they do it to everybody.
maybe they forgot you released a rom for our device before you even have had it.
Im going to bed xda has gone to hell.
jordanishere said:
this thread should be deleted by a moderator.
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tdizzle404 said:
Ignore them they do it to everybody.
maybe they forgot you released a rom for our device before you even have had it.
Im going to bed xda has gone to hell.
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your right it should be.
ya lol i did do that ;P actually technically i released 2 lol one when the device first came out
Devs leave cause of threads like this!
RaverX3X said:
your right it should be.
ya lol i did do that ;P actually technically i released 2 lol one when the device first came out
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yea well if you don't **** out ics soon your gonna be a fraud, cheat, and a thief!
you see the hate threads starting. If somebody wanted to know where you were why didnt they go to you thread for your rom and see. But NO! they come over here cause they got nothing else to do but try to get a hate mob together.
And then will have the nerve to complain about why isn't their any development for our device,why do all the devs leave ,why does my **** look like a clit!
My boy Raver is busy cooking dinner...
All he asked is what happened to raver. 2 pages of **** talking immediately follows. He never asked for ics, or updates, or a time frame, or for donation money back. Chill out people... "xda has gone to hell" look at the last 2 pages of jerks making stupid comments about nothing and you will see why.
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[Official] Study thread

(New OP)
Can't solve a maths problem?
Having difficulty to understand something?
Need someone for help?
Do u have exam tomorrow?
You can ask here question from any subject and I'm sure at least one of the 5,644,699 xda user will gbe there to help and assist you, just throw out ur question here :good: :highfive:
One more exam and then im done, ughh, hate school. My last exam is maths. Today i had chemistry and business, what a tough day. Decided to take the rest of the day off to go on xda
Okay so lets start...
I am doing engineering
First year
In 1st semester i failed in 6 subjects (all subjects)
Now i am depressed and my 2nd semester has started so i am depressed....
Any help with study tactics
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Lol, you guys are old
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alkesh95 said:
Okay so lets start...
I am doing engineering
First year
In 1st semester i failed in 6 subjects (all subjects)
Now i am depressed and my 2nd semester has started so i am depressed....
Any help with study tactics
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well here is my advice...
When u go to lectures make notes, try to record lectures and then go straight to library, and read on that topic as much as you can, then when exams are approaching try solving past papers (if ure university provides) and go to professors office, u'll surely get some hints and tips. Before going to exam take a bath and chill and sleep well. :good:
Any advice on how to study maths?
circuit1 said:
well here is my advice...
When u go to lectures make notes, try to record lectures and then go straight to library, and read on that topic as much as you can, then when exams are approaching try solving past papers (if ure university provides) and go to professors office, u'll surely get some hints and tips. Before going to exam take a bath and chill and sleep well. :good:
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I dont know why but my thanks button is gone....
So thanks for your advice
And for studying maths. Try to understand formulas and method.
When solving i prefer to use headset with awesome songs.
And enjoy doing maths. Its fun when you know how to do it
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paper13579 said:
Any advice on how to study maths?
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love the subject. try to work it more. and listening to music while working maths won't work with everyone like me. i like maths because i don't need to by-heart stuffs. just understanding is required.
"maths lover :victory:"
alkesh95 said:
Okay so lets start...
I am doing engineering
First year
In 1st semester i failed in 6 subjects (all subjects)
Now i am depressed and my 2nd semester has started so i am depressed....
Any help with study tactics
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*Prepare for lectures before getting to class. Use your textbook and skim through and try to get a basic understanding of the sections being covered in lecture before you go to lecture.
*Take organized notes during lecture
*Don't try to study for exams the day before the exam. Give yourself 4 or 5 days to review material in smaller portions than cramming everything in 1 day.
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paper13579 said:
Any advice on how to study maths?
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Practice, practice, practice
keep doing problems
paper13579 said:
Any advice on how to study maths?
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Practise, maths is one of those subjects.
What my favourite maths teacher has always told me is not to overdo the amount of practise. Once you can do something, you can do it - its more important that you're able to actually understand how something works rather than spending 5 hours a day just doing questions. Once you can get it right a few times, move on and focus on something else.
Also, 10 minute breaks every hour helps.
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alkesh95 said:
Okay so lets start...
I am doing engineering
First year
In 1st semester i failed in 6 subjects (all subjects)
Now i am depressed and my 2nd semester has started so i am depressed....
Any help with study tactics
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If you failed all 6 subjects then that might mean that you're doing the wrong thing. I'd suggest having a strong think about it and try and find something that you enjoy, rather than something you try really hard at and then fail.
This is the rest of your life you're influencing now. Do you want to spend the rest of your life doing something you're not good at?
Sorry, but sometimes you need a hard truth.
Archer said:
If you failed all 6 subjects then that might mean that you're doing the wrong thing. I'd suggest having a strong think about it and try and find something that you enjoy, rather than something you try really hard at and then fail.
This is the rest of your life you're influencing now. Do you want to spend the rest of your life doing something you're not good at?
Sorry, but sometimes you need a hard truth.
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I prefer to hear truth.
Its like i lost my mind from studies. I want to study. And now i am having my second semester.
And the worst thing is i got dumped from my girl after a three year relationship and now shea with someone else useless.
So i am just totally depressed and badly screwed
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alkesh95 said:
I prefer to hear truth.
Its like i lost my mind from studies. I want to study. And now i am having my second semester.
And the worst thing is i got dumped from my girl after a three year relationship and now shea with someone else useless.
So i am just totally depressed and badly screwed
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Don't think about it bro. Better times will come, everyone has their ups and downs. You are not alone. Though, now, you need to concentrate on your studies and your future. Nothing else will benefit you. Stay positive bro, keep your mind off your ex, she is missing out and you deserve better. Stay strong!! :thumbup:
paper13579 said:
Don't think about it bro. Better times will come, everyone has their ups and downs. You are not alone. Though, now, you need to concentrate on your studies and your future. Nothing else will benefit you. Stay positive bro, keep your mind off your ex, she is missing out and you deserve better. Stay strong!! :thumbup:
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I dont have problem being alone but i care about her and the problem is she's a dumb girl.
She doesn't understand whats good or bad?
She is innocent like a kid.
So i can't leave her right now and this thing is causing ups and downs in my life
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alkesh95 said:
I dont have problem being alone but i care about her and the problem is she's a dumb girl.
She doesn't understand whats good or bad?
She is innocent like a kid.
So i can't leave her right now and this thing is causing ups and downs in my life
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The thing is, that's something she needs to learn. I know that you want to make sure she doesn't do anything stupid but she has to find her own moral compass.
At the same time its important that you get back on track with your uni studies and as Archer said, maybe doing something you enjoy. Otherwise, in all truth, you'd be wasting time.
Sorry for OT
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I do enjoy my studies
I will give my best this time....
Thanks guys
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Reopened with new OP
Thanks kennyG123
This thread is open for everyone
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Finished all my exams, SUMMER IS HERE. Wooooohoooooo
paper13579 said:
Finished all my exams, SUMMER IS HERE. Wooooohoooooo
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Enjoy the holidays
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