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Add a Resources & Marketplace Section to Help Businesses Find the Right Tools

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Lilyo

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I think the forum would be much more useful if it had a Resources section and a Marketplace.

The Resources section could include software, AI tools, templates, guides, plugins, scripts, and other useful downloads that members can rate, review, and discuss.

The Marketplace could let businesses and freelancers offer services, buy or sell digital products, post job opportunities, or find developers, designers, marketers, and other professionals.

This would give members more reasons to come back, create valuable content, and help turn discussions into real business opportunities. It could also make the forum a go-to place for discovering software and connecting with service providers.
 
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I agree @admin.

A Resources section would give developers a place to share the software, apps, plugins, templates, and tools they've built, while letting the community rate, review, and discuss them.

A Marketplace would also be a great addition. It would allow buyers to connect directly with vendors, purchase products or services without paying unnecessary commissions, and make it easier for businesses to find trusted developers and software solutions all in one place.
 
@Lilyo @Alfieeee You're both right, and it's already part of our plans. 🙂

Building both a marketplace and a strong community takes time, so we're focusing on creating an authentic community first where people can ask questions, share experiences, and find the right software.

Once we have a solid community in place, we'll definitely add a Resources section and a Marketplace. It's something we're excited about, and it's high on our roadmap.
 
That makes sense. Building a strong community first is the right approach. A marketplace is only valuable when there's an active group of people using and contributing to it.

I'm looking forward to seeing it added in the future. I think a Resources section followed by a Marketplace would be a great fit for the forum once the community grows.
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@Lilyo @Alfieeee You're both right, and it's already part of our plans. 🙂

Building both a marketplace and a strong community takes time, so we're focusing on creating an authentic community first where people can ask questions, share experiences, and find the right software.

Once we have a solid community in place, we'll definitely add a Resources section and a Marketplace. It's something we're excited about, and it's high on our roadmap.
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Upvoted, and I agree with @admin.

I've seen people get gray hair trying to build and grow a community. 😄 It takes a lot of time, patience, and consistent effort, so focusing on the community first definitely makes sense.
 
Camille said:
Upvoted, and I agree with @admin.

I've seen people get gray hair trying to build and grow a community. 😄 It takes a lot of time, patience, and consistent effort, so focusing on the community first definitely makes sense.
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Haha, I already have gray hair, so I know exactly what you mean.

😄 Building a community definitely isn't easy, but it'll be worth it in the long run.
 
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