Alec Nevala-Lee

Thoughts on art, creativity, and the writing life.

Quote of the Day

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One way [to design something] is to make it so simple that there are obviously no deficiencies, and the other way is to make it so complicated that there are no obvious deficiencies. The first method is far more difficult.

—C.A.R. Hoare, “The Emperor’s Old Clothes”

Written by nevalalee

February 23, 2012 at 7:50 am

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  1. I love this quote, very thought provoking.

    miq

    February 23, 2012 at 9:51 am

  2. Computer scientists are an unsung treasure trove of insight into design and creativity—I think every writer should listen to what they have to say.

    nevalalee

    February 23, 2012 at 9:54 am


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