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== Wiki Discussion | == Types of Discussion == | ||
There are different types of discussions. Currently i see the follow tools for the follow types | |||
* Discord: Casual discussion/chatting. | |||
* Discourse: Structured Discussion e.g. on a company or macro topic. | |||
* Wiki Article Discussion/Voting. Discussion on fundamentally important setup/decision with many pros and cons. | |||
* Linear. Short task related discussion. | |||
== Wiki Discussion Page + "Discussion Tools" == | |||
Wikipedia uses an [[Development:MediaWiki/Extensions|extension]] called "Discussion Tools" which streamlines discussions in the Wiki as it makes tagging, replying and subscribing easier. | Wikipedia uses an [[Development:MediaWiki/Extensions|extension]] called "Discussion Tools" which streamlines discussions in the Wiki as it makes tagging, replying and subscribing easier. | ||
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* Discussions on the Discussion section are as tightly integrated with the Wiki as possible | * Discussions on the Discussion section are as tightly integrated with the Wiki as possible | ||
* It is possible to have multiple discussion topics/threats in the discussion page related to one article. | |||
* There is not yet another platform. | * There is not yet another platform. | ||
=== Disadvantages of Discussions Tools === | === Disadvantages of Discussions Tools === | ||
* Users not familiar with wikipedia discussions will probably not find the discussion sections easily, and find it hard to use them hence don't participate in discussions frequently. | * Users not familiar with wikipedia discussions will probably not find the discussion sections easily, and find it hard to use them hence don't participate in discussions frequently. | ||
* Adding comments on the discussion page via mobile is not very user friendly. We might loose engagement. | |||
* It is not possible to use emojis or reactions. (Workaround: Use "thank you" function via "view history" if you want to agree with a statement in private) | * It is not possible to use emojis or reactions. (Workaround: Use "thank you" function via "view history" if you want to agree with a statement in private) | ||
* Some discussions can be "lost" when they are attached to minor articles. Central and important discussions need to be highlighted. | |||
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