Re: Outreachy'18

[Ricardo Wurmus]

Hi Tobias,

> That said, you should consider installing Guix manually using the
> guide above, instead of using a script:
>
> - The installation script is still quite new and probably won't work
> in all cases.
> - Error reporting is primitive, as you've experienced, which makes it
> hard for us to help.
> - Manually installing isn't *that* difficult, and most importantly:
> - Understanding the concepts involved will serve as a valuable
> introduction to hacking on Guix.

These are good points.

I should clarify that I suggested to Reshu to use the script to get
started a little more quickly.  This is for making a first recorded
contribution, which is a requirement for all who want to become an
Outreachy intern.

--
Ricardo

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