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Document that you don't need to build the compiler to work on libraries

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Description

This is probably already there somewhere, but it should be near the very start of the guide.

cc @thomcc

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Research direction

Locate the guide's introductory contribution section and check where library work is discussed. Add a prominent note near the start explaining that contributors do not need to build the compiler to work on libraries, then verify the guidance is easy to find and consistent with the surrounding text.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
compilers, documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
55/100

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