If someone is posting something on a public discussion forum and you don't like some or parts of it, just ignore the post? Or give your opinion?
This news was posted here to generate discussion and that's what happened. Are you not OK with that?
And I second the parent's sentiment: the prize has no value at all. "Karma points" or SO reputation have probably more value to the target population than that.
There is nothing inherently wrong with sharing an opinion. I just disagree with the opinion and feel that said opinion reeks of entitlement.
How does the prize not have value? If you won, you could trade/sell/exchange the prize for something else... so, wouldn't you agree that means it has value? If you want to ignore this paragraph, I'm fine with that... as having a discussion on the definition of value probably has little value.
While I don't feel that I am acting entitled (I am not participating in the competition) his criticism has merit. I should not have been so dismissive, especially after posting encouraging higher quality posts recently.
I apologise for my snarkyness, but I do feel that Apple Store Credit is not much of a prize.
I'd be more than happy to accept payment in the form of Bitcoins. OTOH, Apple Store Credit is worthless to me, as I don't own any Apple products, nor do I have an account on Apple's digital store.
If Github is willing to give away hardware or Apple Store cash, then I would hope they can be flexible with another form of payment. They're only dealing with five winners, after all.
