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We've condensed the most important information on how to use Slack right here. So whether this is your first time using Slack or you just want a quick refresher, you'll be ready to join your fellow students on Slack after reviewing the below.
For a full tutorial, visit the Slack Help Center here.
HOUSEKEEPING + GUIDELINES
HOUSEKEEPING + GUIDELINES
WHAT is Slack? (in Slack's words) "Slack is a collaboration hub that connects your organization — all the pieces and the people — so you can get things done."
WHO is Slack for? Our Slack group is for all Nanodegree students. Please edit your profile and use your real name (or indicate it in your profile) and upload your photo (or a nice avatar).
WHAT is Slack for? Slack is the main platform that will connect this amazing community of Nanodegree students. Use it for:
- Getting support and helping each other through your Nanodegree programs
- Seeking technical help from your mentor
- Socializing and networking with your classmates
- Sharing ideas and resources
- Motivation!
- Collaborating and working on cool projects together
- Keeping in touch with your Community Manager and staying up-to-date on latest news about Udacity and your Nanodegree program
What is Slack NOT for? For being unfriendly, disrespectful, unproductive, and for any other violations of our Code of Conduct.
Pro tip! Hover your mouse over any post to reply with an emoji, star the message, share the message, and access "more actions" like editing and deleting your own messages
Pro tip! Hover your mouse over any post to reply with an emoji, star the message, share the message, and access "more actions" like editing and deleting your own messages
SLACK SETUP
SLACK SETUP
The Udacity Slack workspace is set up in two sections:
The top section lists your Channels. Channels can be public (open to everyone) or private (invite only). Private channels are distinguished by a lock icon. When you join the Slack workspace, you will automatically be added to all of our public channels so you can connect with every student in this Scholarship Challenge, as well as a private channel where you will interact with your mentor and up to 14 other students in your session.
The bottom section lists your Direct Messages (DMs). These are private conversations between 2 or more people. You can DM one person or start a group DM with up to 9 people (including yourself!) DMs are best for quick conversations when you don't need an entire channel to chime in.
Slack Channels - Public
Slack Channels - Public
Here are our public Slack channels that all Nanodegree students will have access to. Use these channels to share relevant information with other learners
#ama-events for Ask Me Anything (AMA) sessions with industry experts, Udacity staff, or special guests in the community
#announcements for important info about events and other updates from your Community Managers and Udacity staff
#careers for sharing career tips and job opportunities
#find-a-study-buddy for finding other students with similar goals and study schedules. This is a great way to get to know students from other Nanodegree programs!
#introductions for introducing yourself!
#motivation for posting uplifting & motivational quotes, messages & images!
Messaging
Messaging
- Unlike many instant messaging platforms, Slack actually allows you to edit and to delete your messages! Click the 3 dots (more actions) to the right to edit your text or delete it altogether.
- Notifications are the little number in a red oval that appears next to a channel or a private message. It's Slack's way of telling you that a post needs your attention because someone mentioned your name or made an announcement to the entire channel. You have the option of turning these notifications off (aka "muting a channel") if you find them overly annoying. If you do this, just remember to frequently check the channels so you don't miss a message meant for you!
Slack Channels - Private
Slack Channels - Private
You will also find several private Slack channels in your Slack channel list. These are specific to your Nanodegree program ("ND"). You may use these to connect with your Nanodegree program classmates.
#[ND]-session-[session number] for getting help from your Udacity Mentor and a group of 14 other classmates that will serve as your support system throughout your Nanodegree program
#peer-help-[ND] for asking questions of and getting support from your Nanodegree program classmates
#project-1-[ND]-[v] etc. for getting or giving peer help on a particular project in your Nanodegree program
#capstone-[ND]-[v] for getting or giving peer help on a capstone project in your Nanodegree program (not all programs will have a capstone project)
#school-[school name]-discussion for sharing resources and connecting with classmates from other Nanodegree programs within your School of programs
SLACK ETIQUETTE
SLACK ETIQUETTE
Use these tips to help us keep Slack in order and make it manageable for you!
1. If you want to comment on somebody's post, reply in thread! To reply in thread, hover over the post and click the message bubble icon. A sidebar will then appear to the right where you can leave your reply. By "replying in thread" instead of posting a separate comment, you'll make the conversation easier to follow and keep the main feed tidy and clean. 👍
2. Pick the right Slack channel for your post - Each channel has a purpose! You can familiarize yourself with the names of our Slack channels and their purpose below.
3. In addition to posting in the correct channel, please avoid repeating the same message, or posting it on multiple channels. Along these same lines, if you ask a question and it has been answered (or you found the answer on your own), it's good etiquette to go back to your original post to let everyone know. This allows your classmates and volunteers to focus their time and energy on students who still need help. 💪
4. Whenever possible, put all your text in one message (see also how to ask a question here), and please:
don't
post
every
sentence
separately.
Some people say that Slack can be hectic and overwhelming but by following these tips above, you'll enjoy Slack and get the most of your Slack workspace!
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