I'm new here but not new to photography. I worked for a fairly large circulation newspaper as a staff photographer for 18 years.
I left the industry 4 years ago. These days I freelance, teach and I'm Mr. Mom. DPS is a great resource for me when I teach.
I find common questions that beginners have and I include them in my lessons.
It's more real world than the usual text book approach: this the shutter speed dial, the aperture setting etc.
I write a blog on photography which I also tailor to my students.
Thanks for creating this great community Darren!
http://www.peterphun.com/blog