On: Ask HN: How to say no to a GitHub issue feature re...

[nicbou]

"No" is a full sentence. You do not owe anyone an explanation beyond "I do not feel like working on this feature".

[sanjayio → nicbou]

This can come off as rude if you’re trying to make a collaborative project. I’d link to a roadmap or be honest and say this doesn’t pique your interest.

[nicbou → sanjayio]

You are right, but at the same time when I say no with a reason, people think that they can debate. No just means no.

You owe people politeness, but I don't think that you owe them a justification for not wanting to do things. If it's rude to say no, it's rude to ask.