Hi there, how's it going? I see you're new to Dream.In.Code. You seem to be settling in nicely in the programming forums, but you have yet to wade into the Caffeine Lounge? Never fear! KYA is here to help guide you through the beautiful meadow that is the Caffeine Lounge. It is a mysterious and magical place. It is both the house on the hill and the house built on the sand. It is the best of times, it is the worst of times.


Whoa! How can it be both you ask? As with most things, it is what you make it. Thus, two individuals' experiences could differ significantly based directly on their participatory quirks. To put your mind at ease, I have compiled a list:


1. Get a feel for the situation before you jump in head first

Certainly not required, but don't you recall your mother telling you the stove was hot? I do. You touched it anyway. Well, at least her conscious is clear. Scope out the situation before taking action.

2. Come bearing opinions

Opinions are like [insert body part here], everybody has one. Feel free to state yours and receive others. But recognize that others will disagree and even berate you for expressing your opinion. Keep in mind that this is the internet and should an argument ensue, no one will win.

[Insert appropriate meme image here].

Your skin isn't made from the material of a Japanese paper house, so you'll be ok.

3. Keep unintentional stupidity to a minimum

If you say something stupid (this is subjective, see #2), expect to receive a comment (or several) on it. The best course of action is to take your lash(es) like a man and move on. Everyone has a gaffe at some point. Welcome to the club.

4. Capitalize on Sarcasm

This one is hit or miss, either you get it or you don't. Feel free to bring lots and lots of this literary device, you'll need it. Pretend sarcasm can nourish your body and you're going to a lonely desert island. Sarcasm is peanut butter.

5. Be like water off a duck's back

Wait, there isn't any water on a duck's back? Huh...it's like it rolls off or something. There's a teaching point in here somewhere I know it! ... Oh well, moving on!

6. Don't be that guy

You know, that guy. Pointing out multi-layered jokes or sarcasm (see #4) is lame. If there was ever to be a consensus on anything, the world agrees on this solitary point. Now, back to hating each other!

7. Have fun with it

Everyone has a different tolerance level; by and large, as long as you aren't clamoring for anther's death: "Die in a fire!", then you're ok. Seriously, this is the internet.


See it, read it, apply it. You're welcome.