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How to avoid the XY problem

  1. Always include information about a broader picture along with any attempted solution.
  2. If someone asks for more information, do provide details.
  3. If there are other solutions you've already ruled out, share why you've ruled them out. This gives more information about your requirements.

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What is the XY problem?

What is the XY problem?

The XY problem is asking about your attempted solution rather than your actual problem . This leads to wasted time and energy for both the people asking for help and those providing help.

  1. User wants to do X.
  2. User doesn't know how to do X, bu...

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