I agree that right != obligation. I also agree that perpetuation of an "us versus them" mentality is a deterrent to open source development. I simply feel contructive criticism, properly directed, is a better means to bring about change, provided that is truly the goal.
"Writing professional code" isn't the only way to help. The give-and-take applies on numerous levels. I'd hope such critics would at the very least share constructive criticism (e.g., "what makes a GUI great") directly with the appropriate parties along with their pot-shots.
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I agree that right != obligation. I also agree that perpetuation of an "us versus them" mentality is a deterrent to open source development. I simply feel contructive criticism, properly directed, is a better means to bring about change, provided that is truly the goal.
"Writing professional code" isn't the only way to help. The give-and-take applies on numerous levels. I'd hope such critics would at the very least share constructive criticism (e.g., "what makes a GUI great") directly with the appropriate parties along with their pot-shots.
"He who has the right to criticize, has the right to help."