Hey, fellow Lemmy users! I have an exciting proposal to share with you all regarding a potential enhancement to our beloved Lemmy platform. I believe this new feature has the potential to greatly improve the voting system, leading to a more balanced representation of content based on the size of the community and the temporal dynamics of voting.

Currently, Lemmy determines the popularity of a post solely based on the total number of votes it receives. While this approach has served us well, it falls short in considering the changing dynamics of community growth and the varying sizes of our communities.

To address this issue and ensure a more equitable content representation, I propose the introduction of a checkbox or user setting that modifies the filters used for determining popular posts. This new setting would take into account the size of the community and its growth over time when identifying outliers in each community, rather than focusing solely on recent outliers in the largest communities.

By implementing this feature, we can mitigate the influence of the largest communities, which often dominate the popular content section. This change would foster a more inclusive environment, giving smaller communities a fair chance to shine and encouraging diverse perspectives to rise to the top.

Imagine the possibilities! Users from different communities would have a greater opportunity to engage with content that resonates with their specific interests, without feeling overshadowed by larger communities. Additionally, this modification would reflect the evolving nature of our platform as new communities emerge and grow.

I invite you all to share your thoughts, opinions, and suggestions on this proposed feature. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping the future of Lemmy. Let’s work together to ensure a vibrant, balanced, and inclusive experience for all users. Together, we can make Lemmy an even better place for diverse discussions and discovery.

Please feel free to provide your insights, concerns, or alternative ideas in the comments below. Let’s have a fruitful discussion and continue to make Lemmy the thriving community we all love!