CMX Dictionary

Tactical immersion refers to a deliberate and focused effort to engage in a realistic and immersive simulation or training exercise in order to develop skills and proficiency in a particular area.

In a review of 20 studies of barriers for newcomers when contributing to open source sofware projects, Steinmacher identified technical hurdles as one of the 5 major  categories.  

In their article, "The Real Value of Online Communities," Armstrong and Hagel argue that online communities can provide significant economic value by creating a platform for members to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate in ways that lead to innovation and learning.

"The Wealth of Networks" by Yochai Benkler is a seminal work on the economics and social implications of information and communication technologies (ICTs), arguing that the Internet and other networked technologies have fundamentally changed the way we create and share knowledge, culture, and political power.

The theory of risk perception refers to how individuals perceive and evaluate risks based on their beliefs, values, and attitudes towards the potential consequences of a particular action or decision.

The theory of the firm is an economic concept that seeks to explain the behavior and organization of companies, including their production processes, management structures, and market strategies.

Threads refer to the series of messages or responses that are connected in a particular discussion or conversation, often seen in online forums or social media platforms.

Toxicity refers to behaviors or actions that create a harmful or negative environment for others, whether in person or online.

Trolling refers to the act of deliberately posting inflammatory or off-topic messages in online forums or social media platforms with the intention of provoking others and disrupting conversations.

Technological literacy refers to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to understand, use, and evaluate technology in a meaningful way.

Thick description refers to a research method used in anthropology to understand cultural practices and behaviors by providing rich, detailed observations of social interactions and meanings.

Trojan horses refer to malicious software disguised as legitimate programs, designed to gain unauthorized access to a computer system.

A troll is an online user who intentionally makes disruptive or inflammatory comments in order to provoke or upset others.

"Trollface" is a popular internet meme that features a black and white illustration of a grinning cartoon face, often used to convey mischief or trolling behavior.

Trait psychopathy refers to a set of personality traits characterized by lack of empathy, impulsivity, and a disregard for social norms.

Task progress bars are visual indicators that represent the completion status of a task or project, providing users with a sense of progress and motivation.

The territorial dimension, as described by Gusfield in the context of community, refers to the psychological and social attachment individuals develop towards a specific geographic area, shaping their sense of belonging and identity.

Theory Z, proposed by William Ouchi, is a management theory that emphasizes employee involvement, long-term employment, and a focus on building strong relationships in the workplace.

A target market, in the context of strategy, refers to a specific group of customers that a business or organization aims to reach and serve with its products or services.

Technicalities and product development, in the context of strategy, involve the intricate details and processes associated with creating and improving products or services to meet strategic goals.

Testing the concept in the context of strategy refers to the process of evaluating and validating a strategic idea or hypothesis through experimentation and data analysis before implementing it fully.

The emotional quotient (EQ) trait model is a framework that assesses and categorizes emotional intelligence based on a set of core personality traits related to emotions.

Online communities can fall into the trap of designing a Town Hall, where there's a lot of public conversation and talk, but no action.