Title: Letters to the Editor

Hi James,

I wanted tell you and at the same time let everyone that is a part of the ACCU know how humbly lucky I feel to be involved in such a dedicated group of people, who in many ways reach out to mentor and help so many people.

While reading through the Mentored Developer threads, a project was presented involving the study of C++ Programming Language 3rd Edition, written by Bjarne Stroustrup. I wanted to get involved as a student but knew unless I could get the book, I would have to observe the project rather than actively participating, and even then it would be difficult to reference most of the discussions. I was hoping I could get the book but my finances have been very low and could not afford even a used book.

Basically I've been unemployed and using benefits to attend school for 14 months and in January was forced to get whatever I could I'm presently working as a Security Guard for very low wages and barely surviving, I am supporting a wife and 3 children which prioritizes things.

Anyway, I wanted to post a recognition to the Mentored Developers and to the most honorable Mr. James Bannon to who sent me a copy of this book so that I may get involved, I am deeply moved and humbled by these actions and hope that I may do the same in the future.

Sincerely Grateful!

Michael J. Murphy

ACCU's success or otherwise is determined by the contributions of its members, and how they choose to form communities. Mr Bannon's generosity is just one example of the many people who work more or less visibly through ACCU to help each other. And to James Bannon: my apologies for singling you out. I am sure you intended only to find a good use for a spare book - but it is the very spirit of choosing to help each other that ACCU is based on, and I too am proud to be part of an organisation where so many people help each other (and are then surprised to discover that it is not always taken for granted). - James