100 Karma: To build karma on reddit one must be an active participant. The more a member engages the more karma that member acquires.

Downvote: a downwards-pointing arrow on a post that redditors can press if they think a post does not contribute to or benefit the subreddit it was posted in (often used as a “dislike” button).

Gamification: adding exciting and engaging features like badges, leaderboards, and challenges to the r/PixelArt community to keep people engaged and learning. This includes rewarding participation and tracking progress, which allows members to stay motivated, and make the overall experience more enjoyable!

Moderator: Redditors who volunteer to help guide, create, and moderate subreddits.

Pixel art: artwork made from pixels, which are tiny squares of individual colours.

r/PixelArt: the subreddit we have chosen to analyze.

Reddit: an online platform that hosts a network of communities (subreddits) where people can post content and interact with others.

Redditor: a Reddit user.

Subreddit: a subcommunity on reddit dedicated to a specific topic.

Upvote: an upwards-pointing arrow on a post that redditors can press if they think a post contributes to or benefits the subreddit it was posted in (often used as a “like” button).