Suggestion Transformations of PF: A Journey Through History and Knowledge

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The discussion reflects on the evolution of the Physics Forums website and its impact on users' learning experiences, particularly in Quantum Field Theory (QFT) and Statistical Mechanics. Users express a desire for a comprehensive archive of the site's transformations over the years, highlighting the importance of adhering to community rules while fostering meaningful discussions. The Wayback Machine is suggested as a resource for exploring the site's history. Additionally, there is an emphasis on the value of different authors' perspectives in understanding complex subjects. The conversation underscores the balance between seeking knowledge and respecting community guidelines.
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Hi, I am just reminiscing (I guess this comes with age).

Is there any option for a website that recollects all the transformations this cool website has transformed over the years?
I know sometime I got infringements for being on the edge of posting (it's not from ill doing, I just haven't read the rules; when you have an appetite for seeking knowledge... rules only deter you from it, but I conformed since without those rules we could not have meaningful discussions).

Sometimes it seems everything changes, but those who remember before INSIGHTS BLOG there was physicspost website which also had articles.

BTW, because of this awesome website I got my highest mark in my physics studies in QFT I (the other courses aren't so great), it was the summer of 2014: https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/another-question-from-srednickis-qft-book.761915/

I hope in the future perhaps opening more threads on QFT in PF on other books which I have (it's amazing how this subject can have different takes from different authors, every author brings his own personality to the subject literally).
Also in Statistical Mechanics I have plenty of questions for a real digging which is in order, but I am patient I have the time to understand the physics and maths I am learning.

In the math part I am not sure perhaps MSE is better, though sometimes it looks like there are questions that no one knows how to answer... :oldbiggrin:
 
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