Special "titles" for users, what do you think?

[NebulaHaze]

One thing I really love is how some growers like you are putting information about their grows in their signature! I think that's one of the best indicators on grower skill! If someone has harvested 3 DWC grows, that's a lot more relevant to someone growing in DWC than someone who's an expert in soil, and vice versa.

[Tika]

DITTO that CCOiler!!
oh rats link to sig...ok

[alltatup]

Very good points: I just updated my signature.

[Flockshot]

Yes, and I see that I am not the only one. I like it

[Tika]

I like that too...how do we do signature? (Tech idiot here)

[kingfish]

in the upper right corner. Go to User setting, then click on Account. Scroll down to Edit Signature. From there you can figure it out.

[Tika]

Ah ha!!!! Thanks for your patience Kingfish!

[Tika]

OK..that done however:
I think that signature grow data would be more effective under the avitar and then put the Join Date , posts, Thumb color in the signature space.
Another note: I would like to know who "liked" my post(s). Is that available and I cant find it or just a PITA tor tech?
Again thanks kingfish for the clue!!

[kingfish]

I find who sends me like in my Email notice.

[Tika]

Really? Hmmmmmm
Again thanks

[Green75]

I would like to see how many subscribers there are for each thread.....lots of lurkers ...I would like to know how many are on board.....I would like to know who subscribed as well....

[furrysparkle]

Are there going to be levels like idk greener thumb or plant guru, or even self titles?

[alltatup]

I suggest the following titles:
Green Goddess
Green Giant
Green Light
Green-Eyed Monster
Green Thumbless (for those missing a thumb)

[Tika]

hi folks
i did my elaboration on my subscription May thin it out
I am examining the " rep points" concept which I think would alter the nature of THIS form so I will post it in New Topics

[bobsakamoto]

i commented on this thread on something green said above about how to represent experience. i'm putting it here cuz it's an important consideration andi don't want it buried down in the comments. thanks.

"i agree w/green on this, 100%. and i have a real life reason. i'm a newbie yet to grow and i was asking a question and someone gave a very long, very detailed answer, lots of acronyms....
a day later i was reading a different thread and he's just starting his first grow. *rubbing chin* and i'm not trying to be a dick just trying to offer helpful suggestions on how to keep the forum the spectacularly awesome place that it is."

[Tika]

good point and agree
anyone can collect data
a grow is a grow

[alltatup]

True dat. A grow is a grow, and a successful grow and cure is a whole nother smoke...

[insomniaczzz]

I like that too...how do we do signature? (Tech idiot here)

I currently have signatures turned off so I don't see them......guess I should turn it back on.

[OzBud]

Would it be possible to implement a forum reputation system? A rep system gives users (regardless if they're a member or not) an insight into the quality of contributions made by a member without ever knowing anything about that member previously so the reader can see who might actually know what they're talking about rather than being pointed in the wrong direction for one reason or another by someone who was either misinformed or doesn't have a clue about what they're typing about.

Our title system is currently pointless and based on the number of posts a member has made which indicates nothing about their knowledge, or lack of.

[GanjaGed]

Heh, I wasn't even thinking about it like that. I like it for a selfish reason, it makes dealing with my issues easier because it saves me from having to look for threads that may have fallen off the front page.

But yea, it shouldn't feel like that I agree

[oldjarhead100]

the forum can decide by likes if you post and info is good or relevant .then the member who asked the question can click likes so if a member gets a certain number of likes then some options are made available to them

[Minoo96]

I don't see many people using the like button though, that's sad. Trying to use it more myself, instead of adding a reply (mainly if someone has already said everything I could, and I agree with him/her.). That's a good way of determining if one answer seem correct, for newcomers I mean.

[Jason]

Over the last 15 years I've depended on a number of Forums to help me do very technical things. CAD modeling, computer rendering, four axis milling (The three dimensions X, Y, Z + A rotary) and building/calibrating/using 3D printers. Members are worldwide in all, work alone and genuinely depend on the expertise of strangers to function at a professional and/or artistic level. These Forums use a quality of input metric to "title" members. Becoming a Master or Wizard can take years. Photos are also a significant element to achieve those levels.
There are folks in Ukraine, Scotland, Greece, Italy, Germany, Spain, Sweden, Ecuador, Columbia. Brazil, India and US that rock those forums. When one of those guys posts a tip,, I read it even if its unrelated to my needs. Their insights and experience is just so deep.
Its very helpful. A bit of work for somebody obviously, but really does cut down on confusion for new members. And fortunately helps members filter the occasional attention seeker or troll. No trolls here that I've seen, but I have seen some advice that is not up to the very high standard that GWE offers.
GWE rocks. I am most appreciative.

[D.A.A.S.69]

I don't know for sure but I don't think I'm a green little finger yet but still trying.

[GanjaGed]

As long as the teeth aren't green you're solid!

[alltatup]

Exactly!!! It will invade all the way to our thumbs!!!!

[POKEDSMOT]

Can newbies be called "composters"

And raise the post count for increases. There is no way I should have the title green thumb by post count.

Honestly tho I don't pay attention to the titles, just those who post often of their grows or has a good knowledge band give advice.

Maybe a contributor tag for those that are consistently helpful and knowledgeable on the forums.

[NebulaHaze]

The titles are just for show right now. Everyone comes in as a Green Thumb, and the only thing that indicates post count is the bar under your name and the number of posts listed there

[Potted]

I just grow weed the best I can,sometimes it goes south,other times gangbusters, I grow Bouth in doors and out, I enjoy gardening a lot,not just weed but in general. I guess some need a special handle. GROWER works for me! Lol

[oldjarhead100]

now that makes sense Potted

[NebulaHaze]

What do you all think of this?

Once someone has successfully completed a grow with documentation, and link to it in their signature, they can request to get a title that reflects that? That makes it so a new user can easily see that they have successful grows, and then can go and easily check them out via the signature links.

For example, their new title could be something like Proven Grower (check signature) or something like that? That way there's no one deciding who's a good or bad grower, because their results will speak for themselves! If someone hasn't completed a grow, you'll be able to easily tell every time they post.

Does that sound like it could be helpful?

[GanjaGed]

The way she described it, you'd have to request it. Yea it should have an opt in/out ability

[9fingerleafs]

I don't think it will change much. Those who have completed journals and want to show them already do in their signature. I think the best way to "decide" could be instead of a "like" button, a "helpful" button when they post a useful tip advice or just good info... and just showing that counter besides post count?? I dunno it's the best I can come up with

[9fingerleafs]

At the end of the day we are trying to figure out who to take advice from not ranking growers. Some people may not have much experience but understands the sciences behind the processes. For example I've seen dano here help a lot of people with electricity issues (me included) and it's not necessarily experience related