I wrote a small PHP script that randomly generates a number. We use the starting and ending post numbers in a thread as the end points, enter the number of winners needed, and give 'er a click. The only check we do is to see if an entry is a member we've recently banned. If so, we then run it again for a single number. The result from the script is the winning post number in the thread.
Yes sir, we have been using something very similar to that for all our contests for the past many years. Its about the fairest way to choose a winner. The problem is I was looking for suggestions on another type of contest on how to enter, and choose said winner. Thanks
Grumpy
I just use Random.org, which lets me do the same thing. Also, it will let me pick the number of winners, if there are subsidiary prizes.I wrote a small PHP script that randomly generates a number. We use the starting and ending post numbers in a thread as the end points, enter the number of winners needed, and give 'er a click. The only check we do is to see if an entry is a member we've recently banned. If so, we then run it again for a single number. The result from the script is the winning post number in the thread.
If that's the case, I will send my chest hair wig off to the dry cleaners this evening, and polish up my platform shoes.How bout this one?... The one with the most impressive 70's facial hair and/or hairstyle wins it. But of course,you'll need to post a photo
I just use Random.org, which lets me do the same thing. Also, it will let me pick the number of winners, if there are subsidiary prizes.
I also use it to pair up the Secret Santa names, each year.
Not worth a Tinker's damn.How is it on Powerball drawings?
Hmmm...I wonder if I can get my $2 back...Not worth a Tinker's damn.
How about a test involving the use of the site search feature, might involve 'planting' a bit of unique information in an (old) post for everyone to search for.
Not only would this provide the opportunity to win a prize, but also gets people to use the search facility and see what it is now capable of?
I like grumpys old avatar better
running away now