Resources for new users

Here are resources to help new users - podcasts, articles and more.

To get an excellent overview of the service ideal for new users, check out the now retired bupk.es site by user @po. There's info on threads, messaging, video and photo sharing, and more!

Podcasts
ADN Views Podcast

If you're new to app.net start off with this 16 minute podcast from @eyes. Then, check out these podcasts which are by the same user. There's also a website that is linked with these podcasts, which can be found at adnviews.com.

Discover ADN

Jason Irwin @matigo created the Discover ADN podcast - "a short podcast dedicated to learning more about the interesting people that populate our timelines." Want to be on the show? Just let him know!

Articles and Blogs
The Official ADN Staff Blog

App.net itself has a blog, which you can find here. The ADN staff regularly update the blog with news, updates for developers and more. This is a great place to find out what the staff are enjoying or hear about the latest news.

Aya.io ADN Summary An excellent summary of App.Net written by user @ericd that sums up what ADN is, some of the best features and apps that Eric uses. Find the English translation at this link. The French original is here.

Client Resources
Official App.Net Client Directory

App.net itself has a directory of clients and other services that you can use with your ADN account.

The App.Net Client Comparison

One very useful resource that @chemiker and @nhk have created is the App.Net Client Comparison. This is a great way to find a client that will suit your needs - you can filter by platform, the ability to add multiple accounts, the ability to edit your profile, external service integration and things such as Twitter crossposting.

Resources
TreeView Thread Viewer

Threads on App.net can sometimes be confusing for the new user, so user @simon_w has created TreeView. This allows you to see which user replied to which post, and allows you to see how threads develop in a more user-friendly way. There's also a bookmarklet which you can use on the Alpha service to quickly see the thread in TreeView.

Hashtags
A few hashtags have been set up to help new users find their feet:
 * #new2adn - A way to introduce yourself but also a way to ask questions of the community.
 * #new2adntip - Tips from experienced members for new users.