Imagine opening an issue saying "it doesn't work" when the solution is right there in the README... 🤦♀️
❌ Don't do this
2:15 PMAlice
Hey, the project isn't working
2:20 PMBob
Did you read the README?
2:21 PMAlice
Oh, there's a README?
2:21 PMBob
🤦♂️
This happens way too often. The maintainer spent time writing documentation that:
Explains how to install the project
Lists all dependencies
Shows common troubleshooting steps
Provides example configurations
Yet people skip straight to asking questions or filing issues!
✅ Do this instead
2:15 PMCharlie
Hi! I followed the README's installation steps but got stuck at the database setup. The error says "Port 5432 already in use" - any ideas?
2:16 PMBob
Thanks for checking the README first! Try the troubleshooting section - there's a note about changing the port if 5432 is taken.
2:17 PMCharlie
Found it, works perfectly now. Thanks!
When you read the README first:
You might solve your problem immediately
If you still need help, you can ask specific questions