Advice For Alert Notice Observations

Affiliation
American Association of Variable Star Observers (AAVSO)
Wed, 01/05/2022 - 17:02

One of my goals in photometry has been to contribute to time sensitive alert notices. In the past year I have learned a great deal about photometry and have acquired capabilities in accurate LC generation of EP's & EB's, ToM studies, as well as learning how to use VPhot. I also have familiarity with AIJ, MPO Canopus, AIP4Win and other programs. But expertise is a long-way off!

But now I could use some advice on how to proceed to provide accurate observations for alerts such as #758 & #764.

Rather than learn from trial an error could others who have established observation programs share their work flow so that I can get started with accurate data? Or, if this is the incorrect forum, or there is a reference I have missed, please direct me and I will take appropriate action.

I'm not asking for a detailed step by step procedure, I can fill in the details. But an overview of the workflow would be very helpful. 

Thanks in advance for sharing your experience and expertise. 

John