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 assignees: safaci2000
 
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+## Before Opening a Bug did you?
+
+- Look at the [FAQ](https://software.es.net/gdg/docs/gdg/frequently-asked-questions/)
+- Configuration Documentation found [here](https://software.es.net/gdg/docs/gdg/configuration/)
+- Did you look at the [example](https://github.com/esnet/gdg/blob/main/config/importer-example.yml) config?
+
 
 **Describe the bug**
 A clear and concise description of what the bug is.  If applicable and possible the JSON of dashboard or datasource that is causing issues with credentials removed would be helpful.