The first hour decides what the thread becomes

The first hour decides what the thread becomes
Comment sections set their tone early and then defend it. Whatever the first handful of comments are, the rest tend to match.
So the first hour is not optional:
— Be present. Reply to the first comments, briefly and specifically. Not a like. Words.
— Answer the first question properly, even if it is basic. Everyone reading is learning whether questions get answered here.
— If the first comment is hostile, respond calmly and factually once. That single reply sets the ceiling for how hostile the rest gets.
— If the first comment is excellent, say why it is good. Publicly rewarded behaviour repeats.
— Do not argue in the first hour. Whatever you do in that window becomes the theme of the thread.
If you cannot be around for an hour after publishing, publish later. A post you cannot tend to is a post you are handing to whoever shows up first.
Show up early or inherit whatever forms without you.