Top Readers
Earn recognition for your dedication to learning with Top Reader badges that celebrate your engagement in specific content categories.
Key Features
- Monthly recognition - Earn badges based on consistent reading activity
- Category expertise - Get recognized for specialization in specific topics
- Profile showcase - Display your achievements prominently
- Community sharing - Download and share your badges externally
- Progress tracking - See how many times you've earned each badge
How It Works
Top Readers rewards active community members who consistently engage with content in specific categories. This recognition system encourages continuous learning while celebrating your expertise in particular domains.
Eligibility
- No setup required - Simply stay active on daily.dev
- Consistent engagement - Read regularly in various content categories
- Community participation - Be part of the active daily.dev community
Focus on categories you're passionate about to increase your chances of earning Top Reader status in those areas.
Earning Your Top Reader Badge
The Process
- Read consistently - Engage with posts in specific content categories throughout the month
- Monthly evaluation - Daily.dev analyzes reading patterns and identifies high-activity categories
- Badge eligibility - Categories with significant community engagement become eligible for Top Reader badges
- Recognition - Top readers receive in-app and email notifications about their achievements
- Profile display - Badges appear on your profile with category and frequency information
What Makes You Eligible
- Active participation in high-engagement categories
- Consistent reading habits throughout the evaluation period
- Community involvement through regular content consumption
Badge eligibility is determined by both your individual activity and the overall community engagement in specific categories.
Badge Features
Display and Sharing
- Profile prominence - Badges appear on your public profile
- Achievement count - Shows how many times you've earned each badge
- Category breakdown - Displays specific areas of expertise
- Download option - Save badge images for external sharing
Recognition Benefits
- Community credibility - Stand out as a dedicated reader in your areas of interest
- Motivation boost - Celebrate your learning journey and reading consistency
- Professional sharing - Use badges to demonstrate continuous learning to colleagues and network
- Expertise validation - Show depth of knowledge in specific technology areas
Managing Your Badges
Viewing Your Achievements
Check your Top Reader badges by visiting your profile page where they're prominently displayed with:
- Category names where you've excelled
- Number of times you've earned recognition
- Visual badges you can download and share
Troubleshooting
If you're not seeing expected badges or notifications:
- Verify activity - Ensure you're reading consistently in high-engagement categories
- Check notifications - Look for both in-app notifications and emails
- Refresh profile - Update your profile page after receiving notifications
- Contact support - Reach out to support@daily.dev for assistance
Badges are awarded based on relative activity within the community. Focus on consistent engagement rather than trying to game the system.
Transform your reading habits into recognized expertise. Stay consistent, explore your interests deeply, and earn Top Reader badges that celebrate your commitment to continuous learning in the developer community.