Badges

A lot of the time when I go to answer some of your questions in the Forums, or on a class page, I have to look up your record in my customer database so I know what level to answer your question at. If you're just a Beginner user, then I know I have to answer your question a certain way. If you're a Developer user, you might get a different answer. I've also noticed a lot of you helping each other in the Forums, which is fantastic. So this will help you also know what kind of a user you're having a conversation with, and where they're from. Plus, it's fun!

Admins
These are the people who approve your posts and help to answer your questions. Be nice to them. Richard and Alex.

Moderators
More people who approve your posts and help to answer your questions. Be nice to them, too. Adam, Kevin, and Scott.

Access Beginner - Started
This user has started the Access Beginner series

Access Beginner - Completed
This user has completed all of the classes in the Access Beginner series

Access Expert - Started
This user has started the Access Expert series

Access Expert - Completed
This user has completed all of the classes in the Access Expert series

Access Developer - Started
This user has started the Access Developer series

Access Developer - Completed
This user has completed all of the classes in the Access Developer series

MYOLP Beginner
A Beginner in the My Online Learning Partner Membership Program

MYOLP Expert
An Expert in the My Online Learning Partner Membership Program

MYOLP Developer
A Developer in the My Online Learning Partner Membership Program

Learning Connection Member
A member of the Learning Connection Membership Program

Insider Circle Member
Special Membership No Longer Available to New Members. Sorry.

TechHelp Members

This badge denotes TechHelp Members. Silver Members get access to my Extended Cut videos. Gold Members get access to the Code Vault and Downloads folder. Platinum Members get even more perks! Click for details.

	Supporter
	Silver Member
	Gold Member
	Platinum Member

Anniversaries

You'll get a badge once you've been a student of mine after 1, 5, 10, and 15 years. Your anniversary date is based on the day you enrolled (purchased) your first class. I created 599cd.com in 2002, so in 2022 we'll add a 20-year badge for a few of you. If you think your date is wrong, let me know.

One Year

Five Years

Ten Years

Fifteen Years

Rank Insignia

Everyone in The Fleet gets a rank which is based on a proprietary formula. Find out more here.

	Fleet Admiral
	Admiral
	Vice Admiral
	Rear Admiral, 2 Star
	Rear Admiral, 1 Star
	Captain
	Commander
	Lieutenant Commander
	Lieutenant
	Lieutenant Junior Grade
	Ensign
	Petty Officer
	Crewman

Special Badges

These are special badges given out by me to people based on various factors.

	Access Veteran - given to my Access students who have shown that they are willing and able to help other students in need in the Forums. Thanks!

World Flags

I only added the flags for the top countries that my students are from (listed in order of popularity). If your country isn't listed here, just contact me and I'll be happy to add it for you. Likewise, if you don't want your location to be known, please let me know.

United States

United Kingdom

Canada

Australia

Netherlands

Norway

New Zealand

Germany

Switzerland

Sweden

Belgium

Italy

Austria

South Africa

Ireland

Scotland

Serbia

Hong Kong

China

Greece

Tell me what you think in the comments below.

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Richard Rost
8 months ago

I added a new badge for people who have been helping out others in the Forums. I really appreciate all of your help. Thanks!

Hint to everyone else: if one of these guys posts a comment or an answer to one of your questions, then you should definitely take their advice. Read More...

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Richard Rost
11 months ago

The list of Badges is getting long, so I shortened it a touch. You will now only see the highest level you've achieved in a course. Access is the only one so far, so if you've completed Beginner and Expert and are into the Developer classes, you'll no longer see the B and X badges.

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James Gray
11 months ago

Not sure how this date is computed but, although I can't remember the exact date I bought my first classes from you, it was around the 2012 or 2013 era...I know this does not make a huge difference but just wanted it to be accurate.. Thanks and I continue to look forward to more lessons as you make them.