Re: jgc's rules for asking questions (was Re: too simple of a problem)

[David Boyce]

> If I might be so bold as to complement Paul Rules for Makefiles with 
> jgc's rules for asking questions:
>
> 1. Describe clearly the desired outcome
> 2. Describe clearly the effect you are observing
> 3. Make sure that #1 != #2
> 4. Provide the smallest possible example that illustrates the 
> divergence between #1 and #2.

5. Do not retype, remember, or reimagine the actual outcome. Cut and 
paste the relevant parts.