Your Forum Review
First Impressions & Appearance - (Out of 20)
I have to admit it. The forum looks very intriguing, and quite original from most general discussion forums I have ventured on. I really like how well everything matches up. The skin has a very layered feel to it. I like the cream color for the background of the border, then it gets softer around the border for the board listing, then white inside the board descriptions. Really gives it a three dimensional look, without going too crazy with random and different colors.
Two things that really stand out well, are the banner and category bars. You did a splendid job getting matching images and colors for both. The banner is really unique for the forum theme; and I like how the title text stands out. And, placing that image at the end of each category was just a great touch!
(18/20)
Site Layout - (Out of 20)
You know how this works, and have done very impressively well importing all your forum knowledge into the category and board layout of this forum. Of course, there's always room for improvement, and I'll just share some concerns I had.
Automotive isn't a very popular discussion topic, no matter what forum you try it on. Maybe it could fit under Hobbies, in some way; or just move those topics under the general discussion board.
Plus, I think you should place Debates above The Internet & Technology, that way, The Internet & Technology and Forum & Website discussion boards are paired on top one another. You want to try and keep all things related, close to one another in your board layout.
Another thing that really stood out, The Tutoirials board. It really doesn't seem necessary, as you're the only one posting tutorials, and to be fairly honest; those topics could easily be placed in the Internet or Forum & Website sections. As i have noticed, in the Internet discussion board, you even mentioned in the description, "a new firefox addon" ; but you placed a tutorial topic about firefox addons in the Tutorial board. Some may not be looking there.
Other than those very tiny details, which are just my own opinion; I think you've done great organizing the board layout.
(17 /20)
Statistics and Activity - (Out of 20)
Here we go, again. Another great mark. For just one month of being opened; you really couldn't ask for a more successful month. An Average of 4 to 5 new members a day, with over 5,000 posts in a month, are very nice marks to be proud of.
Every board seems to be sharing in this activity, all except for the two i mentioned earlier; that just don't seem to be generating much discussion. And it really doesn't make the ofrum look good when there's around a 100 posts in the boards around it, but only 12 in a section stuck in the middle.
(18 /20)
Staff Moderation - (Out of 20)
I really like how you're not over crowded with staff. So far I'm finding you, as admin, and 2 global mods. Perfect numbers for your forum so far. Your staff seem to be active on a daily basis, and help keep the convo in each section going.
Only thing that is a pet peeve of mine, and Wafflestomp should know better
😛 Is that all staff should be involved welcoming every new member to the forum. Just be sure to encourage them how important it is. I see you and DraMaTiK are doing exceptionally well, just need to get Wafflestomp on this task more than he ussually does.
And, I'm not sure on how far members are allowed to go, but i noticed a couple "F" bombs in the Debate section. If it's allowed, than nevermind. Just, some language is tolerable, but the "F" is kinda crossing the line when you allowing members from 13+ to join.
(18 /20)
Spelling/Grammar & Professionalism - (Out of 20)
Only a minor misuse of grammar. In the Buy/Sell Area ::
Use your GD cash to buy/sell items from other people. Things being bought and sold can include forums, posts on peoples forums, basically anything providing it's legal. is should read ... Use your GD cash to buy/sell items from other members. Things being bought and sold can include forums, posts on members' forums. Basically anything, providing that it's legal.
I think members sound better then people. And the last portion need to be separated, it felt like.
(19 /20)
90 - (Out of 100)
Final Remarks:
I'm not gonna lie, you've defenitely got a good thing going here. I'm sure you're very happy with your forum'sturn out after it's first month. You know what you're doing, and have all the resources you need. Just be sure to get all staff involved, even in section they're not really fond of. Fresh and new content for members to discuss is what keeps members entertained; and draws in new members to sign up.
What was most liked about the website/forums:
Everything about the look. The banner, category bars, icons, skin layout. And how well the board and categories were organized.
What was disliked most about the website/forums:
The uneeded boards. No need to overdo it, and try and fit everything into it's own board; even if it's for your leisure, keep it tight, and try and use other boards, when a topic is just not as popular to warrant it's own board for discussion.
How could I get you (The Reviewer) to join my website?
Won't take much to tempt me. Seems like a great place to check out, and I'm pretty sure I'll fit right in. I'll be weandering my way over soon, once i get a break, and some spare time, hopefully in the next few coming days.
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