I'm a friendly, non-dev, cisgender guy from NC who enjoys playing music/making noise, hiking, eating veggies, and hanging out with my best friend/wife + our 3 kitties + 1 greyhound.
For instance, I think it would be a valuable option to have if you were in the position where you wanted to post something particularly sensitive and would like to prevent any potential abusive comments before they happen.
I have a better idea: If you have sensitive information, don't post them publicly. Otherwise, there's no point in muting others especially here in a community based on sharing.
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We're a place where coders share, stay up-to-date and grow their careers.
I could see instances where it makes sense!
For instance, I think it would be a valuable option to have if you were in the position where you wanted to post something particularly sensitive and would like to prevent any potential abusive comments before they happen.
I have a better idea: If you have sensitive information, don't post them publicly. Otherwise, there's no point in muting others especially here in a community based on sharing.