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Feature request: please describe the select function in the tutorlal

Open kbob opened this issue 10 months ago • 4 comments

One of the most basic functions of a query language is to select some of the things. So it would be great to find it in the tutorial.

A a new jq user, I spent way too long finding select -- I didn't know what it was called and basically skimmed the whole manual looking for something like it.

kbob avatar Jan 20 '25 11:01 kbob

@kbob Could you submit a PR? Thanks.

itchyny avatar Jan 26 '25 00:01 itchyny

I don't think I'm qualified. I am still struggling with basic jq use.

kbob avatar Jan 26 '25 00:01 kbob

Okay, I'm going to include this when improving the tutorial page.

itchyny avatar Jan 26 '25 00:01 itchyny

I share the sentiment, I often am required to scan all of the documentation (multiple times) while searching for the correct terminology and methods for my needs. The critical path for technical development and documentation is typically very different than that for new users, even if they are expected to converge. I've been working on a private document (cheat sheet) to "get started quickly" and I will share or contribute when possible or appropriate. Please copy me with developments.

georgalis avatar Jan 26 '25 18:01 georgalis