FamilySearch Wiki:Special Projects
Revision as of 14:17, 6 April 2020 by Heather Mecham (talk | contribs)
Project Information[edit | edit source]
About the Wiki[edit | edit source]
The FamilySearch Research Wiki is a free, collaborative, online genealogical guide on FamilySearch.org. It assists users who need research help in a specific place by providing:
- Links to genealogical databases and resources
- Research strategies
- Genealogical guidance
Wiki projects with specific goals are created to help maintain and populate pages on the Wiki. These projects add content to assist and simplify research for online users and improves the accuracy of the information. Below are examples of projects available:
- Cut and paste wikitext onto Wiki pages
- Search for and replace broken links on Wiki pages
- Find information from websites and add it to Wiki pages
Classes on How to Use the Wiki in your Research
Preferred Skills[edit | edit source]
- Some genealogical experience
- Intermediate technology skills and willing to learn more
- Attention to detail and willingness to repeat tasks
- Ability to follow project instructions
- Attend virtual training for a project
Time Commitment[edit | edit source]
- 10 or more hours a week
Before you Begin[edit | edit source]
- To edit the Wiki, you must obtain editing rights. If you do not already have editing rights, email us: Heather.mecham@familysearch.org
- Video Training: Introduction to Editing Rights
Step One[edit | edit source]
- Review the List of Projects found below.
- Click here to sign up for a Project.
Step Two[edit | edit source]
- Watch the applicable online training found in the List of Projects below.
- To join a live training, contact Heather: Heather.mecham@famlysearch.org
Step Three[edit | edit source]
- For questions, contact Heather at: Heather.mecham@familysearch.org
List of Projects[edit | edit source]
| Project | Description | Training Video | Instructions | Wikitext Skill Level | Genealogy Skill Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adding Image Visibility to Historical Records Articles | Copy and add template to correct part of the Wiki page | Coming soon | Active | |||
| Creating Interwiki Links | Updating templates to link to language Wiki pages | Training Video | Active | |||
| Add Counties to NBI Part 4 | To add counties, previously unavailable online, to the NBI (National Burial Index) task list which will be used to update parish tables. | Training Video | Active |
Additional Training Videos[edit | edit source]
- Wikitext Training Video- a short video about how to edit using wikitext
Online Wikitext Lessons[edit | edit source]
- If you would like to learn more about editing the Wiki using wikitext, visit the Wiki University
Completed Projects[edit | edit source]
| Project | Description | Training Video | Instructions | Wikitext Skill Level | Genealogy Skill Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adding Image Visibility to Historical Records Articles | Copy and add template to correct part of the Wiki page | Coming soon | Active |