I hate 'Lurkers'... Do you agree?

[Random_Guy]

In fact, there should be a separate thread for the 'Reputation system' idea.

[CassieTheChaoticCupcake]

Originally Posted by Somerandomdude

I think we can all agree that TA is a respectable community enough to rarely abuse the system. So it's definetly a good plan of action. And that said, you presented such a great argument that I really have nothing left to say...

I think we should have a list of the possible ideas that could work for this problem on the first post.

PM the thread creator and suggest he add it to his first post then :) I'd do it, but considering the discussion, he might listen to a senior member more quickly than I. ;P

[All-Eyez-On-Me]

Originally Posted by Random_Guy

In fact, there should be a separate thread for the 'Reputation system' idea.

Definitely agreed.

[CassieTheChaoticCupcake]

Originally Posted by Random_Guy

In fact, there should be a separate thread for the 'Reputation system' idea.

I agree that their should be a thread directly targeting this system, but it also pertains to the access of promo codes, so keep it here as well! :) TA mods and developers need to see all of this that has been discussed so we can get something done about it. ^.^

[JKK Photography]

As for the rating system: Take it from someone who has moderated, used, and been a member of, forums that use it: It becomes a bargaining system. You want an answer? Give me a high rating.

It never works as intended.

However, I think a better approach is to have the Promo Codes section be open only to members. Before you accuse me of not wanting it to be open to people with 1,000+ posts, and a minimum of six months of being here, look at my sig. I can get promo codes using that.

I'm just saying, if you cut down on the number of people who have access to the promo codes to much, watch the devs stop posting them. It's simple supply/demand.

[CassieTheChaoticCupcake]

Originally Posted by JKK Photography

As for the rating system: Take it from someone who has moderated, used, and been a member of, forums that use it: It becomes a bargaining system. You want an answer? Give me a high rating.

It never works as intended.

However, I think a better approach is to have the Promo Codes section be open only to members. Before you accuse me of not wanting it to be open to people with 1,000+ posts, and a minimum of six months of being here, look at my sig. I can get promo codes using that.

I'm just saying, if you cut down on the number of people who have access to the promo codes to much, watch the devs stop posting them.

Yes, but look at how many members will automatically get that privilege. I can spot several JUST in this thread. Developers will have plenty of valued members to review their apps, and many more to come. 1000 posts and 6 months, theoretically, isn't asking much. That's why I implemented the rating system. And if the rating system happens to not work, TA can make it optional for developers to apply rated or unrated promo code access. Just like a poll allows you to choose whether or not users can select only one answer or multiple answers, before submitting the promo code thread, developers can have the option to select how narrow of a community they'd like to project to. We'll leave it up to their discretion, that way they still post promo codes as they'd like AND reach the community intended, be it everyone who nabs a code or a specific group with experience.
Example:
Option 1: 6 months, 1000 posts, AND 4/5rating minimum
Option 2: 6 months AND 1000 posts
Option 3: 6 months OR 1000 posts
Option 4: Any members can access
I think with some tweaking and timely progress, we can make it work. Like all good things, it takes work. We can treat the system like a game review until it is perfected.
Good credentials, by the way. :)

[JKK Photography]

Originally Posted by CassieTheChaoticCupcake

Yes, but look at how many members will automatically get that privilege. I can spot several JUST in this thread. Developers will have plenty of valued members to review their apps, and many more to come. 1000 posts and 6 months, theoretically, isn't asking much. That's why I implemented the rating system. And if the rating system happens to not work, TA can make it optional for developers to apply rated or unrated promo code access. Just like a poll allows you to choose whether or not users can select only one answer or multiple answers, before submitting the promo code thread, developers can have the option to select how narrow of a community they'd like to project to. We'll leave it up to their discretion, that way they still post promo codes as they'd like AND reach the community intended, be it everyone who nabs a code or a specific group with experience.

True, there will be plenty of people right off the bat. I'll give you that; touché. Probably enough to allow developers to keep going at the pace they choose.

Still, how many Senior Members actually go into the Promo codes section? I guess you could argue more would if the lurkers weren't stealing them.

Originally Posted by CassieTheChaoticCupcake

Example:
Option 1: 6 months, 1000 posts, AND 4/5rating minimum
Option 2: 6 months AND 1000 posts
Option 3: 6 months OR 1000 posts
Option 4: Any members can access
I think with some tweaking and timely progress, we can make it work. Like all good things, it takes work. We can treat the system like a game review until it is perfected.

Once again, I'd prefer to stay away from a ranking system; eventually (it could take a year or more, like on iPtF) it turns into a currency and bargaining system. Sure, not making it necessary is a good step, but really. Would the TA team be up to implementing all this if it isn't even necessary.

Keep in mind Arn (admin) is experienced; I believe he owns and runs Macrumors, a site unto itself in the forum world. He may have already tried a system with that site, which is far older than this.

Originally Posted by CassieTheChaoticCupcake

Good credentials, by the way.

Thanks

[loves2spoon]

I was a lurker here for 6 months! lol

Than it was time to give back and leech promo codes with a username

[da shiz wiz 19]

This is why we need respect points.

[Random_Guy]

Respect points will help me reign supreme as the ultimate iDevice gamer.