[amouat]

There's no need to say that at all. Just address the points and let everyone form their own opinions.

[toomuchtodo]

Because opinions are not the same as facts/best practices (nor is everyone's opinion equal).

If you want to argue "this is the right way", be prepared to bring data and defend your statements.

People here might be making critical decisions based on knowledge shared here, and they deserve the most accurate information possible.

[joslin01]

I agree, and would enjoy a thoughtful discussion as to why my stack doesn't work and why I'm an idiot. Instead, it's just been countered by 5 bland rebuttals and a debate about whether or not I am an idiot and if I should be referred to as such.

Not sure what you're implying either, but you can tell in my comment, I never came out of the gates saying "This is the best way!"

[amouat]

Fully agree.

That's why you should talk to the points and not make personal statements like "you shouldn't give advice".

[collyw]

In the world of Agile, opinions seem to be treated as fact.