Suggest Github as Mailing List computeranonymous#175

running_a_group.html

@@ -24,6 +24,10 @@ <h2>Consult the group about best times</h2>
 
 <p>Finding a good time for <em>everyone</em> is difficult, if not impossible, but you should make an attempt to use tools like <a href="http://doodle.com/">doodle</a> to find times that work best.</p> 
 
+<h2>Use GitHub as a mailing list</h2>
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+<p>GitHub has worked well for us in planning meetups and answering questions. We've avoided tradtional mailing lists, because of spam, and general lack of moderation. With GitHub, discussions tend to stay on topic, we can close, and reference issues. We've found that creating an account, setting up notices, is just as annoying as a traditional mailing list. We also don't get email on the first of the month. </p>
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 <h2>Be mindful of tool barriers</h2>
 
 <p>Git and IRC are great tools for collaboration, but not everyone is familiar with them. We want to include and encourage participation from people with all backgrounds, so knowledge of these systems shouldn't be a prerequisite.</p> <p>Be available in other mediums so people can get help if they need it.</p>