PF Thread Milestones: Reaching a Million Views and Beyond

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In summary: Which corresponds to ~5% deleted posts.But how many of those posts were actually meaningful or added value to the discussion? That's something to think about when considering the number of posts on a forum or thread. In summary, the Lame Jokes thread on the Physics Forums website is expected to hit one million views today. This thread has been ongoing for several years and has surpassed other popular threads in terms of views. The closest thread to reaching a million views is the one discussing the Fukushima incident, which currently stands at 2.5 million views. The forum administrators have noticed an increase in traffic and popularity in
  • #176
Oh, the agony, the suspense!
 
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  • #177
Pranav-Arora said:
We did it again.
Congrats!
 
  • #178
Gad said:
GREEEEEEEEG! Tell us which post was it!

haha I have no idea, I wasn't keeping track
 
  • #179
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! :cry:
 
  • #180
Greg Bernhardt said:
haha I have no idea, I wasn't keeping track

:grumpy:
 
  • #181
Gad, micro and I can share. It was at 999, then three of us posted at once, or within a split second. I posted and refreshed and it was 4m, but then all three of our posts appeared. LOL.
 
  • #182
Haha!

But I'm SURE Greg was kidding.. I mean.. he KNEW we'll hit post number 4M tonight..

Right Greg? Tell us you were kidding. :biggrin:
 
  • #183
Evo said:
No this is
Oh duh, it WAS me. Because when the counter was at 4m, my post was the one showing up in the thread when I did the screen cap, and I decided not to keep that part. (I am dumb)

Doesn't matter. The first time was the official count, this was just for fun.
 
  • #184
What if it had been the kitteh thread?! It may have spawned a million kittens for Evo to play with and love and hold forever and ever. Micro can have one too.
 
  • #185
Pranav-Arora said:
We did it again.

Oops!...
 
  • #186
Greg Bernhardt said:
Sorry folks I deleted the science jobs forum and that resulted in a 10k post drop.

lol what...
 
  • #188
What about 2^22 = 100000000000000000000002?



4194304 in the decimal system
 
  • #189
mfb said:
What about 2^22 = 100000000000000000000002?



4194304 in the decimal system

I :approve: of this new humanoid.
 
<h2>What is the significance of reaching a million views on a PF thread?</h2><p>Reaching a million views on a PF thread is a significant milestone because it means that the thread has generated a lot of interest and engagement from the community. It also indicates that the topic of the thread is relevant and valuable to readers.</p><h2>How long does it typically take for a PF thread to reach a million views?</h2><p>The time it takes for a PF thread to reach a million views varies greatly and depends on several factors such as the popularity of the topic, the quality of the content, and the level of engagement from the community. Some threads may reach a million views in a matter of days, while others may take months or even years.</p><h2>What are some strategies for increasing views on a PF thread?</h2><p>Some strategies for increasing views on a PF thread include creating a catchy and informative title, regularly updating the thread with new content, promoting the thread on social media platforms, and actively engaging with readers by responding to comments and asking for their input.</p><h2>Can reaching a million views on a PF thread lead to any opportunities?</h2><p>Yes, reaching a million views on a PF thread can lead to various opportunities such as collaborations with other scientists or researchers, invitations to speak at conferences or events, and potential media coverage for the topic of the thread.</p><h2>What are some potential challenges that may arise after reaching a million views on a PF thread?</h2><p>Some potential challenges that may arise after reaching a million views on a PF thread include managing a large number of comments and responses, addressing any misinformation or negative comments, and maintaining the quality and relevance of the content to keep readers engaged.</p>

What is the significance of reaching a million views on a PF thread?

Reaching a million views on a PF thread is a significant milestone because it means that the thread has generated a lot of interest and engagement from the community. It also indicates that the topic of the thread is relevant and valuable to readers.

How long does it typically take for a PF thread to reach a million views?

The time it takes for a PF thread to reach a million views varies greatly and depends on several factors such as the popularity of the topic, the quality of the content, and the level of engagement from the community. Some threads may reach a million views in a matter of days, while others may take months or even years.

What are some strategies for increasing views on a PF thread?

Some strategies for increasing views on a PF thread include creating a catchy and informative title, regularly updating the thread with new content, promoting the thread on social media platforms, and actively engaging with readers by responding to comments and asking for their input.

Can reaching a million views on a PF thread lead to any opportunities?

Yes, reaching a million views on a PF thread can lead to various opportunities such as collaborations with other scientists or researchers, invitations to speak at conferences or events, and potential media coverage for the topic of the thread.

What are some potential challenges that may arise after reaching a million views on a PF thread?

Some potential challenges that may arise after reaching a million views on a PF thread include managing a large number of comments and responses, addressing any misinformation or negative comments, and maintaining the quality and relevance of the content to keep readers engaged.

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