I see nothing wrong about programmers who want to discuss or exchange experience etc. in their native language. I'm one of such guys... English is not my first language, either.
The thing is that the SO format is not suited for extended discussions. Its power lies and shows in brevity.
Like it or not - good working knowledge of English is a must if you consider yourself a professional. (In this field, of course; it's very specific).
If your English doesn't allow you to freely elaborate on the caveats of system architecture, working culture and whatnot, it's perfectly fine in my opinion and nothing to fret about.
But if you can't ask a brief technical question, or you stumble trying to answer one, that's a shortcoming that should be addressed. For your own good, nobody's else
The thing is that the SO format is not suited for extended discussions. Its power lies and shows in brevity.
Like it or not - good working knowledge of English is a must if you consider yourself a professional. (In this field, of course; it's very specific).
If your English doesn't allow you to freely elaborate on the caveats of system architecture, working culture and whatnot, it's perfectly fine in my opinion and nothing to fret about.
But if you can't ask a brief technical question, or you stumble trying to answer one, that's a shortcoming that should be addressed. For your own good, nobody's else