Posted by Joe on October 25, 1999 at 12:55:20:
In Reply to: help me with this! posted by Tom61 on October 23, 1999 at 16:20:47:
First, Tom61, thanks for all your posts. The questions you've raised, and the answers you provide, have been helpful.
I, too, agree that planning and research is crucial for a successful project. Sure, I could have spent less and got an ArcadePC much quicker. But that misses the point entirely. *Creating* this beast was an integral part of my retrogaming experience. In hindsight, game playing was only part of my desire to build a arcade machine. And I appreciate my cabinet a lot because I have the bruises, cuts, paint-stained t-shirts, and lost sleep to show for it.
Oh, and I'm also a more educated and well rounded person for it, too.
You are on the money when you mention interpersonal skills (this group) and problem solving (the web).
Unfortunately, with regard to your scholarship application, I probably go with the High School theme. Hear me out.
Don't get me wrong. I am immensely proud of my cabinet. Next to my two wonderful daughters, its the best thing I've produced! ;)
But think about the reactions of our friends when we tell them about our cabinet plans. Even they think we are a little nuts (OK, we are).
How do you think a scholarship board would view such a topic? Unfortunately, they would probably see it as trivial kid's stuff. You'd REALLY have to sell them on the troubleshooting and technological achievements. It'd be tough, but not impossible.
Best of luck on your project. And good luck with the scholarship. We have our fingers crosses.
Joe