Bitcoin Forums will be running on custom developed forum software from a team of 3 expert web developers with years of experience in developing scalable and secure websites.
My name is Liang Di. I have experience with JavaScript, Java and Go. I will be working on the frontend for Bitcoin Forums.
My open source contributions:
https://github.com/LiangdiMy partner is Henrik Bjørnskov. He is known for his contributions to Symfony, popular PHP framework and works for Peytz & Co.
His website:
http://henrik.bjrnskov.dk/ - his forum account is in the newbie queue
My other partner is Deborah Holmes. She has moderated a number of popular web forums, and will also be designing Bitcoin Forums.
Features
No sockpuppets
No account trading allowed
Optional moderation. Moderators can never delete anything. Moderators can only add people or posts to DefaultIgnore.
Users create their own ignore list which *completely* ignores or follow ignore lists of others.
Built in escrow system eliminating the need for trust
Two factor authentication
Private messages encrypted with your password - the forum cannot read your PMs
No advertising, donations supported
Signatures may be one line only
Built in tipping system
Responsive design that works on mobile
Funding
We are seeking funding to develop the forum software.
Less than 0.5 BTC: We thank you for your contributions
0.5 to 2 BTC: You will receive a "Supporter" forum account:
Early reserving of your username
A supporter tag on your profile and posts
2 to 4 BTC: You will receive a "Contributor" forum account:
Early reserving of your username
A contributor tag on your profile and posts
Access to the forum in beta and shape development
4 to 8 BTC: You will receive a "Donator" forum account:
Early reserving of your username
A donator tag on your profile and posts
Permanently listed at the bottom of every page along with a link
Signature may be two lines
Access to the forum in beta and shape development
8 to 15 BTC: You will receive a "VIP" forum account:
Early reserving of your username
A VIP tag on your profile and posts
Permanently listed at the bottom of every page along with a small image and link
Signature may be two lines
Access to the forum in beta and shape development
Add posts or users to DefaultIgnore. Note that DefaultIgnore is a democratic group and you may be removed if more than 50% votes for it.
15 BTC or more: All benefits plus access to the forum as we develop. We welcome feedback during all stages of development.
