Why PRs Get Rejected

Rejection isn't failure. It's feedback.

Common Rejection Reasons

The Feedback Loop

PR rejected
    ↓
Why was it rejected?
    ↓
Understand the reasoning
    ↓
Adjust your approach
    ↓
Next PR is better

What NOT to Do

• ❌ Reopen immediately
• ❌ Argue with maintainer
• ❌ Submit identical PR again
• ❌ Give up on the project

What TO Do

Ask: "Can you help me understand?"
Listen: "Here's why we rejected it"
Learn: "Now I understand the pattern"
Try: "How about this approach instead?"

Each rejection is a gift. It teaches you what matters to that project.