2) Though "cross-referencing previous discussions in order to let people learn from them" sounds good, if you read Colins profile, he seems quite angry at all this reposting. There is a little to a lot snark in most of those comments (though some really are just links to similar discussions).
3) That should by all means be completely and utterly irrelevant.
I think the OP recognizes Colins contributions, but is pointing out that there seems to be a lot of complaining / slight passive aggression in those comments. Isn't that a fair observation to make?
I'm not bothered by Colins postings. I sure would be bothered though, if HN turns in to your typical internet forum, where older members starts policing newer members about following the arbitrary forum rules ("use the search function, you dimwit!" style).
3) That should by all means be completely and utterly irrelevant.
I think the OP recognizes Colins contributions, but is pointing out that there seems to be a lot of complaining / slight passive aggression in those comments. Isn't that a fair observation to make?
I'm not bothered by Colins postings. I sure would be bothered though, if HN turns in to your typical internet forum, where older members starts policing newer members about following the arbitrary forum rules ("use the search function, you dimwit!" style).