Fluther is different from other sites in that it is focused on building relationships and long term intelligent conversations. It is also actively and incisively moderated. The mods here are not afraid to use their judgment, and to use it quickly, unlike some other sites.
There is a broad range of ages, with most folks asking age-appropriate questions. Sometimes older folks get tired of younger folks asking the same questions over and over without researching them first. We hate questions that are googleable.
People try to be kind here, mostly, but sometimes patience gets tried, and people become a bit discourteous. Not me, of course ;-).
The culture here, despite the presence of so many young, is actually quite mature. Any attacks on others are quickly rooted out, so feuds can’t start. So far, we have been able to avoid the development of cliques, although, with the growth of the site, I don’t know how long that can remain the case.
As others have said, if you check to see if your question has been asked first, and use accepted spelling and grammar, you are off to a good start. Your questions should have plenty of detail so people understand what you really want.
If you provide interesting and useful answers, you’ll build a good reputation, and people will come to respect you. The political bent of this place skews towards liberalism, and even socialism, but respectful conservatives who don’t get all defensive fit in just fine.
A sense of humor really helps. People love humor. It’s even better if you can detct subtle humor, sarcasm and irony. On a personal note, I really love creativity and flights of fancy, even fantasy (in the sense of making up stuff).
Well, enough for now. I look forward to seeing you around. And compliment you on your question (although, I think it has been asked before, and also here).
