Do we need comments on profiles and resources?

[jamesd-uk]

I'm wondering if this is a necessary feature. It means that we must implement a reporting/moderation toolbox for comments. OS accounts are tied to Scratch accounts which allow for commenting already. Thoughts?

[towerofnix]

Disclaimer: I haven't worked on the project (especially design) for like a year.

Being able to work together on things, via comments on uploaded resources, would be great! That way people can review new sprites and music, talk about how a script could be more efficient, etc.

[bates64]

I think we need a system for replies, too - to allow for discussion - basically like the forums.

[jamesd-uk]

It seems as if we are trying to create our own community, which seems a bit unnecessary since 100% of our user base shall already be part of one.

[towerofnix]

Doesn't really matter whether or not people are part of a community. Say a bunch of people come from.. afterschool?.. to work on a project together - should they be able to discuss the project, or is that unnecessary? :)

[jamesd-uk]

I agree, stifling discussion isn't what we want.

If we are creating spaces for discussion, we must ensure that staff have an effective toolbox for dealing with inappropriate comments.

[Tymewalk]

What about the ability to edit and delete comments?

[jamesd-uk]

Scratch doesn't allow the editing and deleting of comments because inappropriate content can be removed before being reviewed. I think that applies here also.

[bates64]

@The-Cheese-Eater it allows deletion for the owner(s) of the resource!