I sometimes wonder how some members have progressed after getting involved here. You don't often get such feedback, so it's nice to know there are some examples of real benefit at levels higher than home hobbyist.
I know I have had great benefit through my involvement here from free stuff to acquisition of kit (sometimes
too much help

) as well as learning a heck of a lot and (hopefully) giving back a bit as well.
I do have one personal highlight in being commissioned to do a milligram scale modification for a member overseas who found me here through my sharing of another scale modification project. That would not have happened if it were not for the EEVblog.
I have been impressed by the willingness of members here to help out with parts, advice and even diving into their own gear to get measurements or take photos to help another member trying to repair. I have been personally graced with several items - from a couple of HP switch caps to a 1740A CRO - as well as a few computers and components and more ... not to mention being given the heads up on Jaycar sales and one member's efforts which guided me to the successful acquisition of a rather large laser machine

.
All in all, it has been my great pleasure to have been a member here - and I don't plan on giving that away anytime soon.
My thanks to you Dave ... and to all the members that have made my experience so much more enjoyable.