FAQ

  1. Can I view historical data for individual metrics?

    • Answer: Yes, the platform provides historical data for key metrics such as GitHub stars, forks, issues, reviews, and releases. Users can track their product's progress over time with visual representations.

  2. What is the significance of the "Community Activeness" metric?

    • Answer: The Community Activeness metric evaluates the growth and activeness of a product. It considers factors like social presence, GitHub stars, forks, active contributors, and diversity. Improving community engagement positively impacts your overall score.

  3. How can I appeal a specific metric score?

    • Answer: If you believe there is an error in a specific metric score, you can follow the appeal process outlined in our guidelines. Our team will review your case and respond accordingly.

  4. Is the Scoutflo Health Score compatible with projects hosted on platforms other than GitHub?

    • Answer: While the primary integration is with GitHub, we are working to expand compatibility to other hosting platforms. Keep an eye on our updates for information about additional integrations.

  5. Can I export my Scoutflo Health Score data for offline analysis?

    • Answer: Yes, users can export detailed evaluation report cards, including scores and breakdowns, for offline analysis. This feature allows founders to delve deeper into their product's metrics.

  6. Are there plans to introduce additional metrics in the future?

  7. How frequently are scores recalculated?

    • Answer: Scores are typically recalculated regularly using CRON job to provide users with up-to-date evaluations. The specific frequency is month on month.

  8. Can I compare my product scores with others in the Scoutflo Marketplace?

    • Answer: Yes, users can compare their product scores with others in the marketplace. This feature helps founders understand their product's standing relative to similar offerings.

  9. What are the key elements considered in the "Business Readiness" metric?

    • Answer: The "Business Readiness" metric considers elements such as investment, cloud compatibility, and product roadmap. These factors help assess the readiness of your product for business use.

  10. Is the Scoutflo Health Score free to use?

    • Answer: Yes, the basic evaluation and score are available for free.

  11. How can I improve my Scoutflo Health Score?

    • Answer: Detailed reports accompanying your score provide insights and remediation steps. Addressing the identified weaknesses and following best practices in each metric can contribute to score improvement.

  12. Is the Scoutflo Health Score integrated with any third-party tools?

    • Answer: Currently, the Scoutflo Health Score is using the OpenSSF Scorecard (Powered by The Linux Foundation) and GitHub APIs. However, we are exploring potential integrations to enhance the user experience and provide additional insights.

  13. How do I share my Scoutflo Health Score on social media?

    • Answer: Users can easily share their scorecards on various social media platforms by using the provided sharing options within the platform. This helps founders showcase their product's strengths to a broader audience.

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