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* Make sure you've searched for the answer.  [http://google.com Google] is your friend.
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* Search for the answer.  [http://google.com Google] is your friend.  Do your part.
* Choose the right forum - don't just post project-specific questions in the Newcomers forum
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* Choose the right forum - don't just post project-specific questions in the Newcomers forum.
* No need to introduce yourself.  It's a kind gesture, but
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* Don't introduce yourself.  It's a kind gesture, but unnecessary at Eclipse.org.
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== Ready to ask a question? ==
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* Pay attention to your spelling.  if ur msg is 2 hard 2 read, no1 will ansr.
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* Provide details.  Eclipse version, sample code, steps to reproduce.
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* Be polite.  You may be frustrated, but folks are here to help.  Profanity is not tolerated here.
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* Be patient -- everyone is busy.  Your problem is important to you and everyone knows that.

Revision as of 16:07, 16 November 2010

  • Search for the answer. Google is your friend. Do your part.
  • Choose the right forum - don't just post project-specific questions in the Newcomers forum.
  • Don't introduce yourself. It's a kind gesture, but unnecessary at Eclipse.org.


Ready to ask a question?

  • Pay attention to your spelling. if ur msg is 2 hard 2 read, no1 will ansr.
  • Provide details. Eclipse version, sample code, steps to reproduce.
  • Be polite. You may be frustrated, but folks are here to help. Profanity is not tolerated here.
  • Be patient -- everyone is busy. Your problem is important to you and everyone knows that.

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