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How I, a non-developer, read the tutorial you, a developer, wrote for me, a beginner - annie's blog (anniemueller.com)
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[-] jet@hackertalks.com 10 points 3 weeks ago

RTFM is a form of self help that really should return to the modern zeitgeist

[-] SmartmanApps@programming.dev 6 points 3 weeks ago

RTFM

The problem is the manuals which are written exactly as described in the post

[-] Allero@lemmy.today 3 points 3 weeks ago

For people to RTFM, you need clear and concise manuals for different groups of users.

It's no use addressing most IT-related manuals without prerequisite knowledge and practical experience.

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