Novice:
I know you've been hanging in with SPQ for a long time but you got to do some of your own due diligence on this stuff.
Walla's friend has used some technical analysis tools: stochastics, RSI, MACD, trend lines, and volume. And he actually has put some notes out to the side.
I suggest you go to Wikipedia to get a general idea about technical analysis (TA). The terms are there. This will get you started.
Snug