this post was submitted on 05 Jul 2023
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This has been asked dozens of times in the past days and weeks. I wish people would use the search function.
Long term I hope we move a part of this to the wiki. https://joinfediverse.wiki/What_is_Lemmy%3F
To still provide something helpful for the current thread: https://lemmyapps.netlify.app/
While I agree I think the answer changes weekly :)
This is a developing situation and these apps are being updated sometimes multiple times a day. Looking up threads from even a few days ago, you might miss a game changing new feature. Let’s not discourage engagement here.
True and legit. My intention was not to discourage engagement. The other side also exists. Not everyone is interested in weekly updates about app developments. Repeated content and uninteresting content is another way to discourage engagement. There are better places for these topics, such as
The post as it stands is very low effort and quality.
"I’m currently using Memmy and it’s giving me Apollo vibes but I’m open to testing out other apps ^^"
This can easily be answered by using the search function, or simply by trying out another app. Others already talk about the same topic every day.
Fair points. Directing them to the appropriate community is best.
Yeah I agree. That is so Reddit thing to do.