exactly. and trying to downplay potential users as stupid before they've even used a social media platform isn't going to exactly make them want to stay. or even try in the first place.
just makes mastodon look like a place where nerds reign free and normal folks won't be able to participate effectively.
if you want to make mastodon a destination and not a niche corner to be avoided, this is not the way.
i agree with you completely.
edit: I should clarify, the "guide" above is the thing insulting users. the guide is inaccurate.
wha? you didn't. i just was agreeing with you the whole time.
was just adding my own frustrations to your own, as yours are true.