[Samsung Mesmerize] spilky1224:
Ok, so I have been using the EA11 leak for roughly one week, but have been reading for two. I wanted to write something for other new peeps to read as a "guide" if you will, to point them in the right direction and maybe answer some of those first questions. Let me make this clear right away, I AM A N00B, period. I am absolutely sure that there will be parts of this that will need corrected so please read everything. That's actually a great place to start. READ EVERYTHING.

1. Read Everything.

When I say two weeks, I mean that from the time I started reading. And reading, and reading, and...well you get it. Take every opportunity to research what it is your going to do. I read every single article I could on the Mesmerize. When a term came up I didn't recognize I went to google search. Once I learned the term I went back and READ IT ALL AGAIN. Familiarizing yourself with these forums is an invaluable tool. I also recommend downloading the XDA app, its a must have.

2. I have all these files now what?

I tried my best to get organized and put all my files in one location only to find out that my MacBook is worthless on the rooting process. I am no programmer and using Terminal scares the hell out of me. So once I got organized on a windows PC I started by reading very carefully and following the directions. I can honestly say they are concise and to the point. I must have read them 3 dozen times before starting up Odin and holding my breath.

3. I have a couple of dumb questions.

NO YOU DON'T. For the most part people around here are polite, helpful, and willing to answer most any questions. This is the process I personally go through. I first read every page of the thread that pertains to what I'm doing. Most of the time your answer is there. If no answer can be found/understood, I go to the web chat room link usually located under a senior poster. I believe it is #samsung-mesmerize. There are usually people there that can answer your questions right away. The next place to go is a PM. But please remember these people have lives and are doing all of this in their free time. FREE time. So be polite, and be patient. If all else fails then I would post a thread in the General Forum for the Mesmerize, although I have never had to do this. The odds are you won't either.

4. I have some complicated questions.

Read the above paragraph

5. I did it! Now what?

Go to the development forum, find who is responsible for your success and buy them a beer! No this is not required nor a command. I just feel personally, that these guys work pretty tirelessly and deserve it. But, I can promise that a simple thank you will go a long way.

I am running EA11, red cwm, voodoo lagfix, SGS tools new TW launcher. My battery life is better than before on stock and since using SGS tools its much faster as well. I apologize if for any reason this post seems un-necessary or if I ranted. Feel free to ask any questions or leave comments. Remember...be nice, these guys work hard.

Now running as of Sun Feb 27, 2011

Froyo EB-16 with Pick n Pack

Red CWM Recovery

Voodoo Lagfix - quadrant was 1565 Today

Splash of Color Rom (EB-16)

SGS Tools Upgraded TWlauncher

and I'm sure more to come...