This document provides a comprehensive guide for setting up and managing a Discord community for the AI Platform project. It covers server structure, moderation, engagement strategies, and best practices.
├── 📢 ANNOUNCEMENTS
│ ├── announcements
│ └── server-updates
├── 🛠️ DEVELOPMENT
│ ├── development-chat
│ ├── code-reviews
│ ├── feature-requests
│ ├── bug-reports
│ └── documentation
├── 🧪 TESTING
│ ├── alpha-testing
│ ├── beta-testing
│ └── feedback
├── 🤝 COMMUNITY
│ ├── general
│ ├── showcase
│ ├── off-topic
│ └── introductions
├── 🎓 LEARNING
│ ├── tutorials
│ ├── resources
│ └── q-and-a
├── 📞 SUPPORT
│ ├── help-desk
│ ├── troubleshooting
│ └── installation
└── 🎉 EVENTS
├── community-events
├── office-hours
└── meetups
- #announcements: Official project announcements, releases, and important updates
- #server-updates: Discord server changes, rule updates, and new channel announcements
- #development-chat: General development discussion, architecture decisions
- #code-reviews: Code review requests and discussions
- #feature-requests: New feature proposals and discussions
- #bug-reports: Bug reporting and tracking
- #documentation: Documentation improvements and discussions
- #alpha-testing: Alpha release testing and feedback
- #beta-testing: Beta release testing and feedback
- #feedback: General product feedback and suggestions
- #general: General chat about AI, technology, and related topics
- #showcase: User projects, demos, and implementations
- #off-topic: Non-project related discussions
- #introductions: New member introductions
- #tutorials: Tutorial sharing and requests
- #resources: Useful resources, articles, and learning materials
- #q-and-a: Questions and answers about the platform
- #help-desk: General support requests
- #troubleshooting: Troubleshooting specific issues
- #installation: Installation help and guides
- #community-events: Community events, contests, and activities
- #office-hours: Regular office hours with developers
- #meetups: Local meetups and gatherings
@Admin (Server Owner)
├── @Moderator
├── @Developer
├── @Contributor
├── @Beta Tester
├── @Support Team
├── @Community Manager
├── @Trusted Member
├── @Member
└── @New Member
- All permissions
- Server management
- Role management
- Channel management
- Manage messages
- Kick/ban members
- Manage channels
- View audit log
- Access to development channels
- Ability to pin messages in dev channels
- Access to alpha testing channels
- Access to contributor channels
- Ability to post in showcase
- Special mention in contributor list
- Access to beta testing channels
- Early access to beta releases
- Ability to report bugs with priority
- Access to support channels
- Ability to manage support tickets
- Special permissions in help channels
- Manage community events
- Create/manage community channels
- Special permissions in community channels
- Extended attachment permissions
- Ability to create invites
- Priority in support
- Basic channel access
- Ability to participate in discussions
- Limited channel access
- Restricted messaging for first 24 hours
- No attachment permissions
- Be respectful: Treat all members with respect and kindness
- No harassment: Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated
- Stay on topic: Keep discussions relevant to channel topics
- No spam: Avoid excessive posting, self-promotion, and advertising
- Use appropriate language: No offensive language or explicit content
- Follow copyright laws: Do not share copyrighted material without permission
- No doxxing: Do not share personal information about others
- Listen to moderators: Follow moderator instructions
- Automod: Automated message filtering
- Bots: Moderation bots for spam detection and filtering
- Warning system: Track user warnings and infractions
- Timeout system: Temporary mutes for rule violations
- Ban system: Permanent removal for serious violations
- First offense: Verbal warning
- Second offense: Written warning (timeout 1 hour)
- Third offense: 24-hour timeout
- Fourth offense: 7-day timeout
- Fifth offense: Permanent ban
// welcome.js
const { EmbedBuilder } = require('discord.js');
module.exports = {
name: 'guildMemberAdd',
async execute(member) {
const channel = member.guild.channels.cache.find(ch => ch.name === 'introductions');
if (!channel) return;
const welcomeEmbed = new EmbedBuilder()
.setTitle('Welcome to AI Platform Community!')
.setDescription(`Welcome ${member.user.username}! We're excited to have you here.`)
.setColor('#0099ff')
.addFields(
{ name: 'Getting Started', value: 'Check out <#1234567890> to learn about our community' },
{ name: 'Development', value: 'Head to <#1234567891> for development discussions' },
{ name: 'Support', value: 'Need help? Visit <#1234567892>' },
{ name: 'Rules', value: 'Please read <#1234567893> before participating' }
)
.setThumbnail(member.user.displayAvatarURL())
.setFooter({ text: 'Enjoy your stay!' });
await channel.send({ embeds: [welcomeEmbed] });
}
};- Office Hours: Weekly developer Q&A sessions
- Code Reviews: Bi-weekly community code review sessions
- Tutorials: Monthly tutorial sessions on new features
- AMA Sessions: Monthly "Ask Me Anything" with core team
- Hackathons: Quarterly community hackathons
- Release Parties: Celebrate major releases
# bot-config.yaml
bots:
- name: "Community Bot"
features:
- welcome_messages
- auto_moderation
- event_notifications
- karma_system
- level_system
permissions:
- send_messages
- manage_messages
- read_message_history
- view_channels
- name: "Development Bot"
features:
- github_integration
- ci_cd_notifications
- code_review_reminders
- documentation_updates
permissions:
- send_messages
- embed_links
- read_message_history
- name: "Support Bot"
features:
- ticket_system
- faq_integration
- knowledge_base
- escalation_system
permissions:
- send_messages
- manage_messages
- create_private_threads- Wiki: Comprehensive project documentation
- FAQ: Frequently asked questions
- Tutorials: Step-by-step guides
- API Docs: API documentation and examples
- Best Practices: Coding and usage best practices
- #resources: Useful links, articles, and tools
- #tutorials: Tutorial sharing and requests
- #examples: Code examples and templates
- #libraries: Third-party library recommendations
# Community Knowledge Base
## Getting Started
- [Installation Guide](https://aiplatform.io/docs/installation)
- [Quick Start Tutorial](https://aiplatform.io/docs/quickstart)
- [API Overview](https://aiplatform.io/docs/api)
## Development
- [Contributing Guide](https://aiplatform.io/docs/contributing)
- [Code Style Guide](https://aiplatform.io/docs/style)
- [Testing Guidelines](https://aiplatform.io/docs/testing)
## Support
- [Troubleshooting Guide](https://aiplatform.io/docs/troubleshooting)
- [FAQ](https://aiplatform.io/docs/faq)
- [Community Support](https://aiplatform.io/docs/support)- Welcome Message: Automated welcome with server guide
- Role Assignment: Self-assign roles based on interests
- Introduction: Encourage new members to introduce themselves
- Getting Started: Direct to relevant channels and resources
- Mentorship: Pair new developers with experienced members
- Regular engagement: Daily discussion prompts
- Recognition system: Highlight active members
- Exclusive content: Early access to features for active members
- Community events: Regular social and educational events
- Feedback loop: Regular surveys and feedback collection
- Active members: Members posting at least once per week
- Engagement rate: Messages per member per day
- Retention rate: Percentage of members staying active
- Event participation: Attendance at community events
- Support resolution: Time to resolve support requests
# github-integration.yaml
integrations:
- name: "GitHub Notifications"
events:
- push
- pull_request
- issues
- releases
channels:
- development-chat
- announcements
format:
title: "{{event_type}} in {{repository}}"
description: "{{user}} {{action}} {{item}}"
color: "#0099ff"
url: "{{url}}"
- name: "CI/CD Status"
events:
- workflow_run
- deployment_status
channels:
- development-chat
format:
title: "CI/CD Status: {{status}}"
description: "Workflow {{workflow}} for {{branch}} {{status}}"
color: "{{status_color}}"# slack-bridge.yaml
bridge:
discord_channels:
- development-chat
- announcements
- support
slack_channels:
- development
- general
- help
sync_direction: "both"
message_format:
prefix: "[{{platform}}] "
user: "{{username}}"
content: "{{message}}"- Be consistent: Apply rules consistently to all members
- Be fair: Treat all members equally
- Be transparent: Explain decisions when possible
- Be helpful: Guide members to resources and solutions
- Be patient: Give members time to understand and comply
- Be respectful: Maintain professionalism at all times
- Listen: Hear all sides of the conflict
- Investigate: Gather facts and context
- Mediate: Help parties find common ground
- Document: Keep records of conflicts and resolutions
- Follow up: Check that resolution is working
// feedback.js
const { EmbedBuilder, ActionRowBuilder, ButtonBuilder, ButtonStyle } = require('discord.js');
async function sendFeedbackSurvey(channel) {
const feedbackEmbed = new EmbedBuilder()
.setTitle('Community Feedback Survey')
.setDescription('Help us improve the AI Platform community!')
.addFields(
{ name: 'Overall Experience', value: 'How would you rate your experience?' },
{ name: 'Suggestions', value: 'What would you like to see improved?' },
{ name: 'Features', value: 'What features would you like to see?' }
)
.setColor('#0099ff');
const row = new ActionRowBuilder()
.addComponents(
new ButtonBuilder()
.setCustomId('feedback_1')
.setLabel('1 Star')
.setStyle(ButtonStyle.Danger),
new ButtonBuilder()
.setCustomId('feedback_2')
.setLabel('2 Stars')
.setStyle(ButtonStyle.Secondary),
new ButtonBuilder()
.setCustomId('feedback_3')
.setLabel('3 Stars')
.setStyle(ButtonStyle.Secondary),
new ButtonBuilder()
.setCustomId('feedback_4')
.setLabel('4 Stars')
.setStyle(ButtonStyle.Success),
new ButtonBuilder()
.setCustomId('feedback_5')
.setLabel('5 Stars')
.setStyle(ButtonStyle.Success)
);
await channel.send({ embeds: [feedbackEmbed], components: [row] });
}# community_analytics.py
import discord
from datetime import datetime, timedelta
class CommunityAnalytics:
def __init__(self, client):
self.client = client
self.guild_id = "YOUR_GUILD_ID"
async def get_member_stats(self):
"""Get member statistics"""
guild = await self.client.fetch_guild(self.guild_id)
members = await guild.fetch_members().flatten()
stats = {
"total_members": len(members),
"online_members": len([m for m in members if m.status != discord.Status.offline]),
"new_members_today": len([m for m in members if m.joined_at > datetime.utcnow() - timedelta(days=1)]),
"active_members": await self.get_active_members()
}
return stats
async def get_active_members(self, days=7):
"""Get active members in the last N days"""
# Implementation would require message history access
pass
async def get_channel_activity(self):
"""Get channel activity statistics"""
guild = await self.client.fetch_guild(self.guild_id)
channels = guild.text_channels
activity = {}
for channel in channels:
# This would require message history access
activity[channel.name] = {
"message_count": 0, # Placeholder
"unique_posters": 0 # Placeholder
}
return activity
# Usage
analytics = CommunityAnalytics(client)
member_stats = await analytics.get_member_stats()
channel_activity = await analytics.get_channel_activity()- Lead by example: Moderators and admins should model good behavior
- Encourage participation: Create opportunities for all members to contribute
- Celebrate achievements: Recognize member contributions and milestones
- Foster inclusivity: Ensure all members feel welcome and valued
- Maintain quality: Keep discussions relevant and constructive
- Regular updates: Post relevant content regularly
- Variety: Mix educational, social, and promotional content
- Engagement: Ask questions and encourage discussion
- Relevance: Keep content relevant to community interests
- Quality: Ensure all content meets quality standards
- Have a plan: Prepare for potential community crises
- Communicate clearly: Keep members informed during issues
- Act quickly: Address problems before they escalate
- Learn from incidents: Improve processes after each crisis
- Support affected members: Provide help to those impacted
This Discord community setup provides a comprehensive framework for building and maintaining an engaged, productive community around the AI Platform project. Regular review and adjustment of these guidelines will ensure the community continues to grow and thrive.
Document Version: 1.0 Last Updated: December 28, 2025 Next Review: March 28, 2026