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+- [ ] Is this an issue (and hence not a question)? 
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+If this is a question how to use MapStruct there are several resources available.
+- Our reference- and API [documentation](http://mapstruct.org/documentation/reference-guide/).
+- Our [examples](https://github.com/mapstruct/mapstruct-examples) repository (contributions always welcome)
+- Our [FAQ](http://mapstruct.org/faq/)
+- [StackOverflow](https://stackoverflow.com), tag MapStruct 
+- [Gitter](https://gitter.im/mapstruct/mapstruct-users) (you usually get fast feedback)
+- Our [google group](https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/mapstruct-users)
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