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Forum Activity Report: February 10 - February 17, 2025
This report summarizes forum activity on the BDFZ Online Forum from February 10th to February 17th, 2025. During this period, the forum experienced a vibrant exchange of ideas and discussions, marked by 335 new posts across 50 newly created topics. The community remained highly engaged, with several users contributing significantly to the forum’s dynamic environment. Notably, @suen emerged as the most active participant, contributing 119 posts and receiving 25 likes, demonstrating their central role in driving forum conversations and engagement. Other prominent contributors included @colas with 11 posts and 15 likes, @chw with 21 posts and 10 likes, and @Creative with 52 posts and 10 likes, highlighting a diverse range of voices shaping the forum’s discourse. These statistics underscore a period of robust interaction and community participation within the forum.
The week of February 10th to 17th witnessed a diverse range of discussions spanning academic inquiries, lighthearted banter, and reflections on current events, reflecting the multifaceted interests of the forum members. A noticeable trend was the continued exploration of Artificial Intelligence, with discussions ranging from the capabilities of specific AI models like Deepseek to the broader implications of AI technology and its integration into daily life, exemplified in topics such as the AI quota issue ref and the capabilities of the Suen_AI bot ref. Simultaneously, the impending return to school after the holiday break was a recurrent theme, sparking conversations about course selections ref, elective courses ref, and the general sentiment around the end of vacation ref. Furthermore, the introduction of the new #史傳文 category ignited discussions about historical studies and reading plans, indicating a growing interest in classical literature and historical analysis within the community ref. These trends collectively illustrate a forum actively engaging with both cutting-edge technology and traditional academic pursuits.
One of the prominent discussions revolved around the newly introduced #史傳文 category, initiated by @suen with the topic “About the 史傳文 category” ref. This topic outlined the rationale behind the category, emphasizing the importance of studying historical biographies from canonical texts like 史記 and 漢書 for academic purposes and personal enrichment ref. @Creative responded with a detailed 20-week reading plan designed to make the study of historical biographies more engaging and accessible for students, suggesting a structured approach to exploring these texts under the title “與古人同行：二十週正史列傳探索之旅” (Traveling with the Ancients: A 20-Week Journey into Official Biographies) ref. The discussion further included user @ryuji’s brief comment “桂霞” ref, and a prospective participant @qhkc expressing interest in auditing the course ref, showcasing initial community interest in this new academic focus. The topic culminated with @MYIHV’s anticipation of attending the class, humorously stating, “一个不幸的消息：你们马上就要遇到我了” (An unfortunate news: you are about to meet me) ref, setting a lighthearted tone for the upcoming sessions.
The capabilities and limitations of AI models, particularly Deepseek, were a recurring point of discussion. The topic “夸夸这个deepseek” ref initiated by @fffff showcased impressive reasoning abilities of Deepseek in analyzing complex prompts related to tradition and modernity ref. @suen further probed Deepseek’s analytical skills by presenting a scenario about modern lifestyle influencing traditional customs and requesting a思辨 analysis [ref](夸夸这个deepseek - #3 by suen]. @Creative, engaging with the AI as @Suen_AI ref, provided a detailed breakdown of the core conflicts and deeper implications within the presented scenario, further demonstrating the AI’s capacity for nuanced textual analysis. This positive feedback loop extended to other AI interactions, such as in the topic “左右互搏” ref, where @Suen_AI efficiently responded to @suen’s requests to analyze and evaluate textbook content ref, illustrating the practical applications and responsiveness of AI within the forum environment. These discussions highlight the community’s growing engagement with and exploration of AI tools for learning and analysis.
Another significant thread of conversation centered around course selection and academic planning, particularly highlighted in the topic “Suen的选修课怎么样” ref. Users like @momokoiiii shared nostalgic memories of @suen’s classes, emphasizing their positive impact [ref](Suen的选修课怎么样 - #7 by momokoiiii]. @colas expressed regret at scheduling conflicts preventing them from enrolling, demonstrating interest in the course [ref](Suen的选修课怎么样 - #9 by colas]. @SenBron offered a solution by suggesting that students could “随便蹭” (casually audit) the class [ref](Suen的选修课怎么样 - #17 by SenBron], indicating a flexible and inclusive learning atmosphere. @MYIHV expressed satisfaction at securing a spot in the course through “宝贵的反选” (precious reverse selection) [ref](Suen的选修课怎么样 - #20 by MYIHV], underscoring the perceived value and competitiveness of @suen’s elective. This topic reflects the forum members’ proactive engagement in academic planning and their appreciation for engaging and valuable course offerings. The discussion also touched upon changes in credit allocation in the topic “学分改了？” ref, where @chw analyzed the shift in credit distribution, noting the separation of 书院议事会 (Academy Council) credits [ref](学分改了？ - #2 by chw], and @colas lamented the “选修课日渐衰落” (gradual decline of elective courses) ref, indicating concerns about the evolving academic landscape.
The forum also provided a space for more lighthearted and creative expression, exemplified by @suen’s “紙短，情長” ref series. Throughout the week, @suen shared images of handwritten poems on lined paper ref, [ref](紙短，情長 - #171 by suen], [ref](紙短，情長 - #172 by suen], [ref](紙短，情長 - #173 by suen], [ref](紙短，情長 - #174 by suen], ref, fostering a sense of artistic appreciation within the community. These posts, often featuring AI-generated captions, ranged from reflections on daily routines and personal transformation ref to expressions of longing and anticipation [ref](紙短，情長 - #173 by suen]. User @zwjzwj responded with an image expressing reluctance towards the school reopening ref, adding a touch of relatable sentiment to the poetic interlude. This series demonstrates the forum’s capacity to accommodate and celebrate personal expression alongside academic discussions.
Discussions on current events and broader societal issues were also present. The topic “Chernobyl reactor shield hit by Russian drone, Ukraine says” ref sparked a conversation about international law and conflict, with @chw questioning the efficacy of the Hague Conventions and Geneva Conventions [ref](Chernobyl reactor shield hit by Russian drone, Ukraine says - #4 by chw]. @without_name contributed to the discussion by reflecting on historical perspectives on war and morality, citing World War I and the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Palestine ref. @dfeath777 raised a philosophical question about the direction of history and the prevalence of both authoritarianism and democracy across different eras and regions [ref](Chernobyl reactor shield hit by Russian drone, Ukraine says - #24 by dfeath777], prompting deeper reflection on global trends and historical patterns. These exchanges indicate the forum’s role as a platform for engaging with and debating significant global events and their underlying implications.
A key insight from the forum activity is the consistent presence and influence of user @suen. Beyond initiating several topics and contributing a high volume of posts, @suen actively engaged with AI models ref, introduced new forum categories ref, and shared creative content [ref](紙短，情長 - #170 by suen], effectively shaping the direction and content of forum discussions. Their interactions with @Creative as @Suen_AI ref highlighted the integration of AI into forum activities and the exploration of AI’s potential for educational and analytical purposes. Furthermore, @suen’s announcements regarding the distribution of learning materials [ref](發發發] and forum maintenance [ref](🔥維護記錄 - #213 by suen] indicate an administrative or moderating role, further solidifying their central position within the forum community.
Another noticeable trend is the forum’s openness to diverse forms of expression and interaction. From serious academic discussions in #史傳文 ref and #縱論 ref categories to lighthearted topics like “欸 美利坚” ref and “我成赤石大王了😂” [ref](我成赤石大王了😂], the forum accommodates a wide spectrum of conversations. The inclusion of creative content, such as @suen’s poetry series [ref](紙短，情長 - #170 by suen] and AI-generated responses [ref](左右互搏 - #12 by Suen_AI], enriches the forum experience beyond purely text-based discussions. The community also demonstrates a blend of humor and intellectual engagement, evident in comments ranging from playful anticipations ref to insightful analyses of complex issues [ref](Chernobyl reactor shield hit by Russian drone, Ukraine says - #24 by dfeath777]. This multifaceted nature contributes to a dynamic and engaging online environment.
The forum’s engagement with AI is not limited to showcasing capabilities; it also includes addressing practical issues and user experiences. The topic “配额用尽” ref highlighted user @MYIHV’s encounter with AI quota limitations and their exploration of alternative AI models like 千问 [ref](配额用尽 - #6 by MYIHV]. @suen provided guidance by suggesting Google AI Studio [ref](配额用尽 - #5 by suen], and @chw offered a practical tip regarding Google account age settings [ref](配额用尽 - #9 by chw] in the topic “PDF，嗯，AI” [ref](PDF，嗯，AI - #23 by chw], demonstrating community support and problem-solving related to AI usage. These interactions reflect a user base that is not only curious about AI but also actively troubleshooting and sharing solutions within the forum, fostering a collaborative learning environment around these technologies.
Furthermore, the forum serves as a platform for disseminating important academic and administrative information. @suen’s announcements regarding the delivery of導學集 (Guidance Compilations) and 閱讀手冊 (Reading Manuals) [ref](發發發] ensures that students are informed about available resources. The discussion in “学分改了？” [ref](学分改了？ - #2 by chw] provides clarity on changes in credit allocation, directly impacting students’ academic planning. The topic “终于移除概率因素了？” ref addresses changes in the course selection system, clarifying the shift to a deterministic system based on bid amounts [ref](终于移除概率因素了？ - #2 by chw]. These examples illustrate the forum’s function as a crucial channel for distributing timely and relevant information to the student community, facilitating academic and administrative transparency.
In conclusion, the forum activity between February 10th and February 17th, 2025, demonstrates a vibrant and engaged online community. Key trends include a strong interest in AI and its applications, active discussions around academic planning and course selection, and the emergence of @suen as a central and influential figure. The forum successfully balances academic discourse with creative expression and lighthearted interactions, fostering a multifaceted and engaging online environment. The discussions ranged from in-depth analyses of historical texts and current events to practical problem-solving related to AI tools, showcasing the diverse intellectual interests and collaborative spirit of the forum members. The period was marked by a healthy exchange of ideas, information sharing, and community support, solidifying the forum’s role as a valuable platform for communication and engagement within the BDFZ community.
Last edited by @suen 2025-02-17T00:23:46Z
