Last updated: June 20, 2026

Background

To keep my notes and study guides more organized and professional, and to make working together at school easier, I created a wiki platform called PhiWiki on March 20, 2022. The idea behind it is that any classmate or teacher can contribute.

A recurring problem was that Wikipedia articles tended to be very general, with much of the information not relevant to school. PhiWiki is meant to fill that gap by focusing on the key material we’re actually taught, making it a handy resource for quick look-ups or exam prep.

Because all PhiWiki members can read this content, the goal is to encourage everyone to write and revise articles conscientiously. That, in turn, motivates members to learn topics more deeply, so they can present them correctly, concisely, and clearly.

PhiWiki’s guiding philosophy is “give and take.” The whole concept rests on reciprocity, because one thing is certain: everyone has their strengths and weaknesses. What comes easily to one person is a struggle for another, and vice versa.

To strengthen communication and mutual understanding among schoolmates, fellow students, and friends, articles beyond school and university topics are expressly welcome too. For example, I set up a “Hobbies” section where you can give your nerdier knowledge a home.

Getting involved

To take part in PhiWiki, you’ll need a confirmed user account. This keeps spammers and strangers from cluttering the wiki, and it reinforces the principle of “give and take.”

You can request an account here.

When you apply, please use your real name. That matters for open, transparent exchange, both on the platform and in person.