How is Stack Overflow designed?
Technology. Stack Overflow is written in C# using the ASP.NET MVC (Model–View–Controller) framework, and Microsoft SQL Server for the database and the Dapper object-relational mapper used for data access.
How to use Stack Overflow?
Start by following these five practices:
- Don’t forget to upvote. If you’re sure that an answer is correct, upvote it.
- Write comments. It happens that people post wrong answers or stupid questions.
- Read top questions regularly. It’s like the feed on Facebook, but for nerds.
- There’s no shame in asking.
- Answer!
How many users does Stack Overflow have?
11 million users
Since 2008, Stack Overflow has over 18 million questions, with over 11 million users and 51 million unique visitors per month.
How to ask a good question in Stack Overflow?
Use Stack Snippets to make a live demo of inline JavaScript / HTML / CSS. DO NOT post images of code, data, error messages, etc. – copy or type the text into the question.
Where should I Ask Software Architecture / Design?
I often look for feedback about the design/software architecture for a given problem. Should I ask it on Stack Overflow, or is there a separate site that is dedicated for such things? Software Engineering is the place for you. And if any one says otherwise tell them to read the on topic help section and that I sent you.
Which is the best way to answer a question?
Asking for help, clarification, or responding to other answers. Making statements based on opinion; back them up with references or personal experience. To learn more, see our tips on writing great answers. Tags help the right people find and answer your question. Identify your tags by completing the sentence, “My question is about…”
How do you put a tag on a question?
Tags help the right people find and answer your question. Identify your tags by completing the sentence, “My question is about…” Create new tags or post without it and ask the community to create one for you.