Add XML to the list of acronyms you might want to learn a bit about. If you've done any web programming you may already be familiar with it. Look at a raw RSS feed, it's probably XML based. So what does this have to do with Final Cut Pro? Take a look at this article by Philip Hodgetts and you will get a better understanding of XML and how it can be useful to the video editor. You may find some tools you didn't know existed, or be able to create your own scripts to enhance your workflow. Don't be afraid to try!