insomniaczzz
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I currently have signatures turned off so I don't see them......guess I should turn it back on.
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Special "titles" for users, what do you think?
- Thread starter NebulaHaze
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I currently have signatures turned off so I don't see them......guess I should turn it back on.
OzBud
Proven Grower (Check Signature)
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.
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.
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.
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
New member
I don't know for sure but I don't think I'm a green little finger yet but still trying.
POKEDSMOT
New member
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.
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.
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I've thought about this quite a bit. The thing I worry about is, Who decides?
One thing I thought might be cool is if someone has completed a grow with documentation, and link to it in their signature, they get a title that reflects that? So a user can see that they have grows, and then can go and easily check them out.
One thing I thought might be cool is if someone has completed a grow with documentation, and link to it in their signature, they get a title that reflects that? So a user can see that they have grows, and then can go and easily check them out.
GanjaGed
New member
That's the thing, user provided reputation almost always devolves to a popularity contest.
I like the completed grow idea, with maybe another one for having one in the Finished Journals section. That would let you decide those without making much extra work for you.
But if I could have a custom title of "Old and in the Way" well I'd dance a jig or something
I like the completed grow idea, with maybe another one for having one in the Finished Journals section. That would let you decide those without making much extra work for you.
But if I could have a custom title of "Old and in the Way" well I'd dance a jig or something
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
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?
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?
9fingerleafs
Well-known member
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
Well-known member
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
Beach_Town_Brit
New member
I think Nebula's "Proven Grower" idea is great but it seems to create an admin load for somebody.
I might well be over complicating things ... and/or very stoned ... but how about a point system where you can use the points to nominate/gift special titles to other growers but not to yourself?
Points could be based on # of posts, with big point bonuses for completed grow journals, posts with a certain amount of likes, #s of subscribers, being featured in the newsletter etc. [basically any good/positive forum stat that can be automated], etc.
They have something pretty similar on AFN but without the twist of only being able to use points on other users titles/badges.
More engaged users with more points and more experience would weight the system a bit but not totally. It would spread the admin load once the code was in place, and if people participated it would offer a sort of community reputation system ...
I might well be over complicating things ... and/or very stoned ... but how about a point system where you can use the points to nominate/gift special titles to other growers but not to yourself?
Points could be based on # of posts, with big point bonuses for completed grow journals, posts with a certain amount of likes, #s of subscribers, being featured in the newsletter etc. [basically any good/positive forum stat that can be automated], etc.
They have something pretty similar on AFN but without the twist of only being able to use points on other users titles/badges.
More engaged users with more points and more experience would weight the system a bit but not totally. It would spread the admin load once the code was in place, and if people participated it would offer a sort of community reputation system ...