I think an area where newbies can re-ask FAQ or simple questions can be a benefit. There are times that due to a braincramp I cannot figure out what is in front of me. Sometimes it helps to have something re-explained by someone with a different perspective or thought process.

An area where newbies can ask questions without fear of being scolded or flamed could help the few of us that just need a different perspective during our time of learning.

It would also be a great boost to the newbies (myself included) when we go...Hey!! I can help with that! I know the answer!!!!. Unfortunately most of the advanced code I see here still looks like line noise (but I am getting better!).

puts down the chalk and walks away from the board