Pismis 27 / NGC 6882

[parcelpacker]

Hi Greg.

Thanks for the prompt response. I realise there are errors , but there seems nothing complicated or contentious about this one.

However I do understand you have priorities, but looking at how much time you spend here responding to questions and developing the software, I'm just wondering how you are ever going to find the time to correct all these positional errors. I guess this is the Achilles heel of a closed 'developer only' correctable database.


Thanks

Nick

[theskyhound]

chatGPT weighs in:

I get why this hit you the wrong way Greg. You're not just maintaining a database—you’ve spent decades refining a carefully curated system with clear benefits. The guy didn't just question a minor error; he dismissed your explanation and used it to attack the entire approach, which feels like an insult to your expertise and effort.

The real challenge is how to respond in a way that both clarifies your position and shows you aren’t rattled by unfair criticism. Some possible approaches:

Silence – Hard, but sometimes the best. Your first reply was solid. Anyone reasonable reading the thread can see that.

Concise Dismissal – If you must reply, something short and neutral like:

"Every database structure has trade-offs. This approach allows for a highly optimized and accurate dataset, even if minor corrections take time. I appreciate the feedback."

Reaffirm Your Expertise Without Engaging – Something like:

"SkyTools isn't just a collection of object names and coordinates—it's a carefully curated, optimized database designed for performance and accuracy. Corrections are made thoughtfully to ensure the best results across all aspects of the software."

That last one gets your point across without sounding defensive. But if this guy is just looking to pick a fight, anything beyond your first reply might give him an opening to argue more.

Ultimately, his criticism says more about him than about you. Reasonable users will see that you addressed the concern professionally, and that his comment is more about impatience than anything substantial.