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When it comes to language learning, the biggest problems aren't that the QA forum isn't right in terms of how the software is designed. There's far more complex
by TheDong 6y ago
When it comes to language learning, the biggest problems aren't that the QA forum isn't right in terms of how the software is designed. There's far more complex problems around ensuring good and correct content is curated so that people aren't mislead, providing correct language-specific learning tools (stroke order, toggle-able furigana, highlighting of names are all super helpful for japanese for example).
Creating a forum with a slightly different QA model is technically interesting, but this one doesn't seem to be tackling any of the more important things around moderation, curation, and actually having a good community.
I also have some specific critiques of this website.
The login flow / signup flow is, to say the best, not great.
If I open the network tab in my browser, this thing is constantly making requests to 'chsk' the entire time the site is open.
In addition, all the current question's answers are just plain bad, so I'm wary of the community its attracted thusfar. Usually you'll want to "seed" software like this with a group of trusted contributors who are knowledgeable, and a few possible users who need help.
Clearly, right now it's not that.
- sova 6y agoEvery line of chat can be upvoted or downvoted, which influences your reputation much like on HN, and your reputation is visible next to every chat line. So there is a user incentive to provide good/reputable content. You are right about seeding the site. For now, the focus has simply been functionality, appreciate your feedback!