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I see. I just see it as an indicator of reach. Also some people with snap judge a project by number of stars and more likely use it if it has a bunch.

>>quickt+(OP)
> I just see it as an indicator of reach.

That just shifts the question to why is "reach" something worth wanting?

> some people with snap judge a project by number of stars and more likely use it if it has a bunch.

And why do you want these users?

>>moreli+36
1. to get more feedback

2. they may just be busy users, looking for something for their job.

I take on board your point though. The stars thing isn't the biggest consideration by a long shot. Probably the smallest!