And no, I am NOT some random doomsday preacher. This is actually happening. Over the past 10 years, Scratch has grown closer to a social media website instead of a coding website. First, the pros (pros are still there, but the cons are also more and more in the foreground):
Introduction of user profiles: Initially, Scratch was primarily a platform for creating and sharing interactive projects. However, with the introduction of user profiles, users were able to see each other's creations, interact with one another through comments and messages, and collaborate on projects.

Community features: Scratch gradually added features that encouraged social interaction, such as likes, followers, and curated galleries showcasing popular projects. These features helped users discover new creators and build relationships within the community.

Integration with social media: Scratch also made it easier for users to share their projects on other social media platforms, such as Twitter and Facebook. This helped increase the visibility of Scratch projects and attract new users to the platform.

Live events and challenges: Scratch started hosting live events and challenges that brought the community together to collaborate, learn, and showcase their skills. These events fostered a sense of camaraderie among users and encouraged them to connect with one another.

Emphasis on feedback and collaboration: Scratch promoted the importance of giving and receiving feedback on projects, as well as collaborating with others to create more complex and innovative projects. This emphasis on collaboration and community engagement further solidified Scratch's status as a social platform.
Now the cons:
Cyberbullying: As with any social media platform, Scratch is not immune to instances of cyberbullying and negative interactions between users. This can create a toxic environment for some users and impact their overall experience on the platform.

Privacy concerns: With the increasing social features on Scratch, users may inadvertently share personal information or private details with strangers on the platform. This can lead to privacy concerns and potential risks for users, especially younger ones.

Distraction: The social elements of Scratch, such as comments, likes, and followers, can sometimes distract users from the original purpose of the platform, which is to create and share interactive projects. Users may spend more time engaging with the social aspects rather than focusing on creating meaningful projects.

Potential for comparison and competition: The social features on Scratch, such as follower counts and likes, can create a sense of competition and comparison among users. This can lead to feelings of inadequacy or jealousy, especially among younger users who may be more susceptible to such negative emotions.

Quality of feedback: While feedback and collaboration are encouraged on Scratch, the quality of feedback can vary. Users may receive unhelpful or negative comments on their projects, which can be discouraging and impact their motivation to continue creating and sharing.
So in short:
Scratch is becoming a social media website first, a coding website second. I want to reverse this, stop this or at the very least slow this down significantly before it reaches a critical point and becomes a social media platform almost as addictive as Facebook or X (Formerly Twitter).

where the question at?
gonna have to report this to be closed before paddle gets here
edit: I think this should be a suggestion

It is twitter not X

It sounds like you are dissatisfied with the feature set that Scratch is currently offering. If you have specific ideas on how Scratch can be improved, please use the Suggestions forum.

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