[Epic 4G General] ptfdmedic:
Great post but I have issue with a few things.... I will speak for myself ONLY and let other developers chime in as they see fit.

I my opinion I am NOT better then you.. Honestly, it bothers me that this kind of thought process has formed here. At the same time it's easy to understand why you and others feel that way and it's sad really. You may not build a ROM but testing is a HUGE part of the process. If I was perfect I wouldn't need testers. I consider myself really lucky to have a great group of people that I can RELY on to be honest and help me work out any issues there may be.

I don't want or deserve to be treated any differently than you. Whether or not you can build a ROM should NOT determine your overall value or worth as an XDA community member. I know that it's not easy to post questions for fear of the backlash and that's not right. I do ask that you be a responsible user and try to help yourself first. If you try and can't figure something out then feel free to ask at least in my thread. There's something wrong when people are to affraid to ask a simple question. I understand many people don't try to help themselves first but that doesn't justify the response or backlash to honest questions.

I do my best to stay on top of my threads but it's not easy with life outside of XDA. I get PM's or emails all the time from people asking for help. They always start out saying something about sorry for wasting my time but they don't understand something and are nervous to more forward without asking. I don't want anyone to ever think they are wasting my time. I can't always stay on top of the emails but contacting me is ALWAYS ok to do. Just don't expect an immediate response as I do have other priorities but I will respond when I can.

I have no illusions about my abilities as a developer. My knowledge is very limited in comparison to the other developers. I'm new, still learning and have a long way to go. That being said, I want to share what I have learned and help you learn as well. That's what inspired my BYOR Editions. It helps those wanting to learn more about developing while still being accessible to those not comfortable building their own ROM. I have watched you guys helping each other and sharing your experiences while building your own ROM. That feels good to me.

Developers have to be careful not to develop the "God Complex" and remember that we would be nothing here without you, the users. You, as users SHOULD expect developers to treat you with respect.

I once again have to call out k0nane. Read his threads and posts. He sets the standard that all developers should try their best to meet. He treats people with respect, helps EVERYONE willingly and does NOT have the "God Complex" that has infected others.... You as users can learn from his example as well. If he can treat people with respect after all the time and energy he puts into things than you should have no problems doing the same.

We are ALL equal here in my book. We all play a vital part in this community. How you play that part has a huge impact on the community as a whole.

Sorry to single you out again k0nane but your attitude and example needs to be emulated by more people here.

@searchfirst, please don't short change your self. You play a vital role as a tester and member of xda. Great post and even greater username ;)