It hasn't changed in all these years. I still pop in RC once in a blue moon, but Reef2reef is my home.
The Rev is a upstanding individual and he has some of the hobby's big names here that frequently join us in conversations, willing to be apart of this community. Speaks volumes to me.
Since joining, I've never seen "flaming" or "talking down" to anyone here, by anybody. Everyone is open minded and willing to help, willing to share their experiences, right or wrong, me included.
RC has its go to people and history of information that is vast, but lacks things like the "reefsquad". Need help for an answer, just type #reefsquad and here they come to help. "like buttons" that tells others you approve of what was said, if you don't, don't hit the like button. (No need for flaming) Simple, yet effective. Makes you feel apart of the community.
After all, it's about the hobby and the hobbyists. Not about being right or wrong personally, socially. It's about sharing and learning. I love it.