Re:Stack Overflow Sunsetting Documentation
by BearGoesChirp on Thursday August 03, 2017 @10:09AM
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The last few times I've asked questions, they were closed as duplicates to questions that weren't related but for a few key words. And often it was done by some of the same set of power users. I've tried adding explanation as to why its different, and some have been reopened, but mostly it isn't worth the time anymore.
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I had this happen to me 2-3 times as well. Incorrectly flagged and closed by point seekers in a hurry. It made me respect the platform less and honestly I find myself barely participating anymore after years of activity.
Re:Stack Overflow Sunsetting Documentation
by minitech on Thursday August 03, 2017 @07:10PM
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If they were “point seekers”, they would have answered the questions (an action that gives points) instead of closing them (an action that gives no points). I somehow doubt the votes were incorrect, though.