I often see questions asked in this manner on HN and they usually go without answers. I think the reason is that asking without telling us about yourself first

I often see questions asked in this manner on HN and they usually go without answers. I think the reason is that asking without telling us about yourself first feels kinda strange / egoistic. I'm pretty sure if you answer these questions yourself first and provide some background on what you do, people will fee much more inclined to join your discussion.