Debate.org: Website Updates

The Forums Are Here

2008-09-30T00:00:00-08:00

We've just launched the Debate.org forums. There will be additional features added to the forums over the next 2-weeks.

Voting Charts

2008-09-24T00:00:00-08:00

We've finished the voting charts for those debates in the 'Voting' and 'Post Voting' periods. Now you can see who is voting for whom, based on their age, country, education, ethnicity, gender, ideology, income, political party, and religion.

Google Search

2008-09-09T00:00:00-08:00

Now you can search the debates using the Google search engine and get more relevant results.

Homepage Changes

2008-09-09T00:00:00-08:00

Today we changed several elements on the homepage in order to make it friendlier to new users and returning members. First, the Welcome box is now customized for members. Second, the debates now being displayed are those most recently updated with a new argument (no forfeits allowed). Third, we've added the Newest Members box.

How to Vote Article

2008-09-05T00:00:00-08:00

We've added a short article explaining the proper methodology to use when voting on a debate. Click here to read the article.

Debate Comments

2008-09-03T00:00:00-08:00

You can now post comments to a debate during any period (challenge, debating, voting, and post voting). We also made some minor changes the debate layout.

Keyword Search Form

2008-09-02T00:00:00-08:00

We added the keyword search bar to the Debates page today. We also fixed the 'Updated' column on the My Debates page. We're working on some admin pages to expedite customer support issues, and then we're diving into the voting tab graphs and the forums. We're hoping to have the forums up by the end of next week.

New Debate Search Links and Digg

2008-09-01T00:00:00-08:00

We've added two new links to the Debates drop down menu on the header of the site. The Recently Ended link will display all of the debates that have just entered the voting period, and order them by the most recently updated. The Recently Updated link displays all the debates that have recently received a new argument, showing the most recent arguments first. With these two new links, you can easily watch the debates as they enter the voting period, or as they receive new arguments. Last but not least, for all of you social bookmarkers out there, we've added several icons including Digg and FaceBook to each debate page.

New Win Ratio Formula

2008-08-31T00:00:00-08:00

Today we changed how your Win Ratio is calculated by no longer including tied debates in the formula. The win ratio is now calculated as follows: Win Ratio = Wins ÷ (Debates - Tied)

Presidential Candidates

2008-08-30T00:00:00-08:00

In addition to fixing several important bugs we missed prior to the version 3.0 launch, today we expanded the list of 2008 Presidential Candidates to include those contenders still in the running. Click here to update the candidate you're supporting.

Version 3.0 Website Launched

2008-08-28T00:00:00-08:00

It's been a long time coming, and we want to thank all of our members for their patience and suggestions. This has been a very challenging website to build. Our team has put a lot of heart into its design, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Debate Tournaments

2008-03-27T00:00:00-08:00

While we're all waiting for version 3.0, some of the Debate.org members have formed a fast growing group on FaceBook. The organizer is holding a debate tournament, and we're offering $100 in cash to the winner. Click here for details.

Tips for a Better Debate

2008-01-05T00:00:00-08:00

Learn how to win more debates. See the tips.

Update Your Email Filters

2007-12-12T00:00:00-08:00

We've made some changes to our email system in an effort to minimize those messages going to the spam folders. Please update your email filters to allow: @Debate.org

We're Growing Fast

2007-12-11T00:00:00-08:00

Welcome new members! That's pretty much everyone, since we're not yet 2-months old. When we launched the first version, we weren't sure if people would use it. Now we know better, and are in the process of building version 3. We can't share all of the new features; let's just say it's going to be awesome. But, it's going to take a few months to finish the project because it's so big. Keep your suggestions coming.

Share Debate.org with Your Friends

2007-12-04T00:00:00-08:00

We've made it easier to spread the word about Debate.org. If you know people that like to debate then invite your friends to join.

Version 2.0 Website Launched

2007-11-27T00:00:00-08:00

Thank you to everyone for your comments and suggestions. Due to the great response and feedback for our Beta version last month, we've upgraded the website and added more features. We'll be launching a marketing campaign shortly to increase the number of members too. Please help us grow by challenging your friends to a debate.