It was an interesting experience. I always check stack exchange sites whenever I have questions regarding my homework assignments, and math problems; it is the first site to appear on my google search and I find it quite reliable when it comes to technical questions. This time, I was excited to actually join it for the first time and comment, ask a question and just go over different sites. I decided to stick with the site ‘Pets’ because I have 11 cats at home and I was eager to read some cat-related questions and discussions. I commented on a couple of them and got instant replies. However, it took me some time to find the ones I felt comfortable commenting on; the site has questions rearding different pets and finding ones specifically about cats took me a bit of time. Here’s an example of one of my comments and a reply from someone else:

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I did not know one has to be at a certain level with points to be able to comment –  I tried to open the frequent questions, and once I clicked on ‘Add a comment,’ the system did not let me do so with the explanation I do not have 50 credits/points. I realized I will have to spend more time on the site to get to that level and then be able to comment.

When I tried to add a question, I did not pay close attention. Clicking ‘Submit’ gave me error in return – I did not meet the general guidelines on adding the Topic/Question. Then I read more careful and the next time I tried it worked out. I still have not received any comments on the question that was ‘How do I give away some of my cats?’ with the explanation that I have many cats at home and they have settled down, are attached to our family, and would be hard for them to live on their own. I earned the Student badge and scored +5 for this activity (in just a few minutes after posting).

Overall, an interesting experience. I am going to use the sites more often from now on!