Something that I think is pretty important to keep in mind is that when handling a possible XY problem, the key is communication. It is good to ask clarifying questions and questions about context when answering a question. It is good to provide context and be open to the possibility that your question is misguided when asking. Insisting that there isn't or isn't and XY problem and being condescending or combative is bad when asking/answering. I suspect part of the reason this link is so controversial is because the "hero" of the stories screws this up horribly.
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