I’ve been using Stacker News for a few days and I’m really enjoying it. I’m also realizing there’s a lot more to it than I initially thought.
For example, I only recently learned the difference between freebie comments, paid replies, Cowboy Credits, and sats. 😅
I’d like to contribute useful content rather than just post for the sake of posting.
So I’m curious:
- What unwritten rules or etiquette should every new stacker know?
- What kind of posts consistently add value here?
- What’s one mistake you made as a new stacker that you’d tell others to avoid?
Looking forward to learning from the community.
The high level thing to keep in mind is that this is a fairly small community.
You will be noticed and develop a reputation pretty quickly, even with that nym.
Authenticity will pay off more than trying to game the system.
That makes sense. I’d rather build a reputation by being genuinely curious and contributing something useful than trying to chase rewards.
Thanks for the perspective.
hopefully I can learn more about crypto and bitcoin while reading on stacker news
Haha, oops. Specific advice is that you’ll encounter a fair amount of hostility trying to learn about crypto here.
Stackers are mostly Bitcoin only.
Haha, noted 😄. I’ll try not to accidentally start an “altcoin war” on my first week here.
I’m here to learn, ask questions, and hopefully become a bit more Bitcoin-maxi over time. Appreciate the heads-up!
Yeah, taking time to pick a nym is a way to avoid being perceived as one of those people.
This was my old guide, which is outdated now:
#184545
@Natalia posted good ones a few years ago, and there are others.
#252695
#392551
Thanks for sharing these. I’ll read through them. Even if some details are outdated, I’m sure they’ll help me understand the culture and history of SN better
Thanks
Spend some time reading the top posts and comments. You'll quickly get a feel for what works.
Don't chase sats. Good conversations usually take care of that.
Be curious and ask questions. People here are usually happy to help.
I wish I had started exploring different subs sooner. There are a lot of great communities here.