If you are prepared to take on the monumentous task, in my opinion, of creating a forum, then you need to know the basics. First of all, you need to be ready to manage and moderate the forum, if not have others who will do so. Second, you will need to get a godaddy coupon to get your domain name, then you can download forum platform software to get your forum up and going. Starting a few threads and topics is always a good idea, as well as engaging others in the niche community to contribute and make them aware of a destination where they can discuss a interest of theirs’.