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I have a question, but it may not fit best on Software Engineering. Where else can I ask it?

The following sites may be of interest to members of the Software Engineering community. Code Review Computational Science Computer Science CrossValidated Cryptography Database Administrators Data ...
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Open letter to students with homework problems

This letter is missing something. Software engineers enjoy solving problems and building things with computers. If a typical homework problem seems like a boring drudge, or 'too hard' for you, you'...
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What goes on Software Engineering (previously known as Programmers)? A guide for Stack Overflow

(special edition for folks coming from Math.SE, reposted from Math meta - screen shot / 10K link) Hint: Software Engineering Stack Exchange doesn't do coding help and expect research before asking ...
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Why can't I ask customer service-related questions here?

Some questions about specific products or services, especially about how to use them, should be directed toward the appropriate support channels for that product or service simply because we don't ...
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Open letter to students with homework problems

A minor addendum, but I think worth adding separately: the thoughts outlined in the question are correct, but here: So, you've exhausted the resources. You've tried asking your instructor. The ...
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What goes on Software Engineering (previously known as Programmers)? A guide for Stack Overflow

I love the answer here What's the difference between Programmers and Stack Overflow? which is a quote from here, https://stackoverflow.blog/2010/12/17/introducing-programmers-stackexchange-com/: ...
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