Emergence means the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

· Bits and Bobs 4/21/25
  • Emergence means the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
    • Emergence arises entirely from indirect effects.
    • If you just study the parts, you'll come to the wrong conclusion.
    • "If you consider this feature alone it isn't worth investing in."
    • "Yes, but if you consider the indirect effects of it on the system it's in, it becomes a no-brainer."[pu]