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Negative Reactions

What it measures: The total number of negative reactions received on your comments and issues.

Why it matters: High negative reaction counts may indicate problematic interactions, unconstructive comments, or spam behavior. This helps identify contributors who may be disruptive to the community.

How It's Calculated

Negative Reactions = THUMBS_DOWN + CONFUSED

Reaction Types Classified as Negative:

  • THUMBS_DOWN (👎)
  • CONFUSED (😕)

Data Sources:

  • GitHub GraphQL API: user.issueComments.nodes[].reactions
  • GitHub GraphQL API: user.issues.nodes[].reactions

Note: This metric uses a maximum threshold (<=) rather than minimum (>=). A contributor passes if their negative reactions are at or below the threshold.

Configuration

Input Default Description
threshold-negative-reactions 0 Maximum negative reactions allowed

Edge Cases

  • Zero negative reactions always passes
  • Reactions on deleted comments/issues are not counted
  • Self-reactions are included (GitHub API doesn't distinguish)

How to Improve

  • Keep comments constructive and helpful
  • Avoid inflammatory or off-topic discussions
  • Focus on technical merit in code reviews
  • Ask questions respectfully when you don't understand something