Our wiki manual leads off with the following paragraphs of the Preface : Gramps is software (packaged for several operating system computer environments and languages ) designed for genealogical research. Although similar to other genealogical programs, Gramps offers some unique and features which w…

[image] emyoulation: But what are the hallmarks of Gramps? I like its flexibility. There are so many different ways of recording genealogical data. Not only in the workflow but also in how you structure your data. You are rarely limited by some preconceived ‘best practice’ which leaves little …

Here’s how I described Gramps to my local genealogy networking group when I gave them a demo a few years ago: Why I like Gramps: Since I don’t have a Windows-based PC, my choices of genealogy software were limited. Gramps runs on my Mac, and even on my Chromebook (using Linux). It will run on you…

You emphasized the first part of the sentence while the important part is second. We could reverse the proposition: Gramps offers some unique features which we will focus on below, and like any genealogy program, it provides the usual functions necessary for this discipline. The problem is that…

[image] GeorgeWilmes: Why you might not like Gramps: There’s a bit of a learning curve. Data entry can feel like a chore until you get the hang of it. I love Gramps, for open-ness of its architecture and its power. And the community’s support is just great. What often drives me crazy is t…

[image] PLegoux: You emphasized the first part of the sentence while the important part is second. The boldface was to indicate the part that needs to be replaced more than any other. It is as bad as writing: “french cuisine is like any other grub, except there are some things different that…

Either of the 2 quotes from Ed Thompson seem better. And use them to lead into the suggestion to watch tutorial videos . [image] Just looking for someone to interview from the Gramps Project (Genealogy Showcase invitation) Help Ed Thompson’s review ( [Review]Featuring GRAM…

Our Preface 'damns with faint praise'

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Either of the 2 quotes from Ed Thompson seem better. And use them to lead into the suggestion to watch tutorial videos.

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Our Preface 'damns with faint praise'

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