[Talk-ca] How should a noob proceed?

[Samuel Longiaru]

Greetings Everyone,

I'm quite new at this, having only been involved in the OSM project for
the past few months.  First post to the group.  I think the project is a
noble one and see that this is something that I would like to stick with
long-term.

I have been mapping in and around Kamloops, BC where I seem to be a bit
of a lone wolf.  There don't seem to any members listed in the area that
are doing anything at all.  I've spent most of my mapping time
correcting errors in the previous GeoBase imports and addressing those
noted in Keep Right.  Also, I've been linking features (railroads,
rivers, etc) that are mapped both east and west of my area.  

Anyway, I've been following the discussion for the last little while in
regards to the Canvec data and it has brought up the question in my mind
as to what you see as the most effective use of my time.  While I don't
mind proceeding as I have, I'm wondering if my time might best be spent
reviewing and correcting date that have been imported into the area.  I
mean, I don't mind mapping the Fraser and North Thompson rivers, or
adding lakes and such... but if those data are available elsewhere, then
perhaps those data should be imported and I should spend my time
reviewing those data from the area I know best... south central BC.
Theres's no point in duplicating efforts.

My immediate problem is that I am not familiar enough with the tools or
the process for even checking out the quality of the Canvec data in this
area.  I suspect it is better than what is here now.  So either if
someone were willing to import a block from an area nearby, or be
willing to act as a mentor and guide me off list through the process,
then perhaps I could proceed a bit more effectively.  I've tried to
research the process myself, but hate to screw something up if you know
what I mean.

Thanks for any input and/or assistance.

And sorry... yes, another Sam on the list.

Sam Longiaru
Kamloops, BC



     
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