Newsletter: Enhance community engagement and recognizing contributions

[0bkevin]

Description:

Create a monthly/weekly newsletter in where we showcase the great contributions of the users of the platform

Poposal:

2. Monthly Newsletter:
   • Highlighting Top Content: Curate a monthly /weekly newsletter showcasing the most upvoted and viewed posts from the previous month.
   • Recognizing Contributors: Highlight the authors of these top posts, acknowledging their efforts and contributions to the community.
   • Encouraging Further Engagement: Share these top posts on social media platforms to expand their reach and encourage further discussion.
   • Contributor Recognition: recognize and reward active contributors, such as those who propose valuable improvements to the platform. This could serve as a way to push users to make contributions

We could automate this job by using:

• Cron Job: Automate the process of identifying top posts, users, and comments using a cron job that queries the database monthly.
• Email Templates: Create standardized HTML email templates for the monthly newsletter, ensuring consistent formatting and branding.

Potential Challenges and Considerations:

• Server Costs: The increased server load from running the cron job and sending out newsletters should be carefully considered.
• Spam: Implement robust measures to prevent spam, such as email verification and spam filtering.

By implementing these initiatives, we can create a more engaging community, driving user retention and fostering a sense of belonging.

[skyl]

I like it - it wouldn't be too hard. I need to fully open source the backend as well!!

[skyl]

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