rethaired Posted March 23, 2008 Share Posted March 23, 2008 (edited) 1) What are (if any) the needs of expats in terms of setting up computers, networks, software, or troubleshooting problems? 2) How many people would be interested in computer courses delivered in English? 3) Are there any specific needs: specific programs or areas? 4) How to use or better use: a) Outlook express Anti-virus and anti-spyware management c) Browser management d) Feeds e) Websites creation tools (authoring) f) Picture management g) Blogging h) Video management i) Spreadsheet programs j) Database programs h) Programming Edited March 23, 2008 by rethaired Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miltonbentley Posted March 23, 2008 Share Posted March 23, 2008 All of these issues are covered at the Chiang Mai Computer Club Not sure if there would be demand on a one to one basis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rethaired Posted March 23, 2008 Author Share Posted March 23, 2008 All of these issues are covered at the Chiang Mai Computer ClubNot sure if there would be demand on a one to one basis Oops! Looks like I will be visiting the club soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChipieD Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Would be nice I think. I'm actually looking for classes to go to, but so far couldn't find any in english, except a BA in software development. This doesn't interests me since I allready have a BA in Multimedia, but some courses in programming would be good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jefferson Posted April 14, 2008 Share Posted April 14, 2008 Yes there is a need for it. But no there isn't the desire to pay any kind of money for it to make it worth it to you, I mean, "when it goes back you just take it to the 'plaza and have them reload the works for 500 baht". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oneman Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 (edited) 1) What are (if any) the needs of expats in terms of setting up computers, networks, software, or troubleshooting problems? Very important topic, since computers are the communications lifeline for many, many, expats here. Over my years here, I have hired several, expat, computer consultants here -- with good to excellent results. Although I understand computers fairly well, there are some areas where I simply don't want to be bothered. Solution: hire a specialist with experience Rate they've charged -- Chiangmai, 2008-2009) -- is 500 baht per hour. That rate is fine with me. Right now I do have two problems needing some help, so am looking for a consultant. Both problems Internet related, (but nothing about building web sites). If anyone reading this has experience setting up PGP or using a VPN, I'd appreciate a private message. Thank you. -- Oneman Chiangmai . Edited August 15, 2009 by Oneman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oneman Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 All of these issues are covered at the Chiang Mai Computer Club Chiangmai Computer Club -- chairman: Bill Dahm -- is certainly worth a look by anyone who has more than a passing interest in computers, but it is hardly a substitute for competent computer help/troubleshooting. Bill's knowledge of computers is vast, and it's worth attending just to hear his commentary, gleaned from his wide reading of the Internet. However, most other attendees are hobbyists -- congenial people, with mostly elementary questions. I found it a pleasant social outing, with casual conversation about computers. So don't expect there any focused and detailed solutions to your computer troubleshooting. For that, I hire paid consultants. -- Oneman Chiangmai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earlofwindermere Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 I hired a guy last week. Going rate is 350-400 baht per hour to have someone retrieve data from a corrupt hard drive. The technician was Thai but spoke excellent English. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassienie Posted August 15, 2009 Share Posted August 15, 2009 (edited) I am a fully qualified IT teacher. Have Cambridge university City and guilds levels 1 to 3 in IT. I enjoy showing people the ropes for free, so to speak and the OP is welcome to visit my home. Problem is I live in Doi Lor, 50 kilometres from the town, but the offer is there if interested. Or I would be willing to offer my services for free at a location of their choice once a week for a group of 7 or more people to make it worth the effort. Edited August 15, 2009 by sassienie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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