@johnlitt
That is a good idea.
I am getting a bit worried about the impact on the instance of too many general, "spammy" posts, while the site's clientele might have joined originally due to the focus it has.
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I agree I have the same concern and I'm worried that may be flourishing in other languages where I cant really offer my usual guidance (like directing non-stem users to more relevant instances via suggestion)
I was going to suggest spelling out the meaning of the acronym STEM in full words in the entrance area, maybe in the text that ends up showing in the joinmastodon.org website (and brings lots of new users looking for a home).
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics are intense and interesting subjects, this instance is unique in offering a home for users who are into those, or just want to learn.
We need to keep the focus, or we lose relevancy, disgruntled users, etc.
Spammy posting originating from an instance also diminish the instance's street cred and reputation.
This instance is well run, hosted on stable server and with a focus that I find quite unique and important.
Too bad we don't have the "Pinned Threads"or Posts we had in Forums - that would be a good place to have general guidance information to keep things more or less in focus.
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@design_RG
Its a good start I agree.
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