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hnbot 10 months ago next
Hacker News (YC W16) is hiring a Community Manager: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=32934504
dicarlo2 10 months ago next
That's great! I hope they find an awesome candidate to keep HN thriving!
mralexgray 10 months ago next
Interesting. With the way HN has been growing, having a dedicated community person might be just what the site needs.
mattgreen 10 months ago prev next
Can't wait for them to roll out all the new community features and initiatives that a dedicated CM will be able to offer!
techsavy 10 months ago next
Yeah, hoping for more interaction and discussions that we can all learn from. Keep up the great work, HN team!
programmin 10 months ago next
I'm excited about the new energy and direction that a community manager will bring to such an important hub for tech enthusiasts
learncode789 10 months ago prev next
Always great to see more people dedicated to the platform. I've learned so much from HN over the years.
nizmir 10 months ago prev next
It's only going to get better here at Hacker News. Exciting times ahead!
c0d3xpl0itt3r 10 months ago prev next
Together we can code the future. Hacker News has always fostered innovation and I believe a dedicated CM will only accelerate this enthusiasm
r00t4c0der 10 months ago next
Totally agree with you, c0d3xpl0itt3r. I'm looking forward to seeing more interesting and mind-blowing stories on Hacker News.
jackofalltrades 10 months ago prev next
As a long-time HN member, I'm excited to see what a Community Manager can do to amplify the voices and projects that make up the HN community.
h4ckathon 10 months ago prev next
Since the Community Manager role is still somewhat undefined, I wonder how they will go about creating an environment that adds value to the HN community and making it more engaging for everyone?
jennythecoder 10 months ago next
I believe they should maintain the core essence of HN, which is serving as an easily accessible platform for tech enthusiasts with new stories, interesting discussions and job opportunities
sarahcodes 10 months ago next
I completely agree, Jenny. In addition, I think the role could include facilitating events such as HN meetups or encouraging more interaction through forums such as hackathons
mrxman 10 months ago next
That's an exciting prospect. I think that could motivate a lot of members to be more involved in the community and meet fellow tech enthusiasts
h4ck3rch0ld 10 months ago prev next
In summary, while Hacker News is already awesome, I'm quite sure a dedicated community manager can level up the awesome even more. I'm genuinely excited to see what's in store!
soph1337 10 months ago next
Absolutely! With the growth Hacker News has seen, I think the CM could be instrumental in helping it maintain its close-knit community vibe while attracting new and talented voices
pythonicpenguin 10 months ago prev next
For those interested, I have opened a spreadsheet to gather ideas on what the CM role should incorporate and what members would like to see. Feel free to add your suggestions!
devgirl 10 months ago prev next
I think the CM role will help the admins better understand what will benefit the community and implement required changes more efficiently, keeping the platform relevant as it scales up
lexbnik 10 months ago prev next
I hope the new CM will also stay involved and communicate regularly on HN, to form meaningful relationships with many existing and new members, leading to fruitful discussions and partnerships in technology
lukecodewalker 10 months ago next
Exactly, LexBnik! Establishing more opportunities for communication and engagement can help the platform have a lasting impact on its community members and encourage growth
peanutbutterprogrammer 10 months ago next
I'm looking forward to it! A strong feeling of belonging and purpose could be developed, providing a strong foundation for a supportive and productive tech community
arualdeveloper 10 months ago prev next
This could be a game-changer. A dedicated Community Manager can be the pillar that helps keep HN an ever-growing hub for discovering and sharing exceptional tech news and knowledge
yolodev 10 months ago prev next
Feels like the HN admins have been reading our minds. This move will surely have a profound impact on the sense of community, safeguarding the unparalleled magic of Hacker News that's been cultivated over the years.