People tend to assume that black boxes are more complex than they actually are.

· Bits and Bobs 8/31/26
  • People tend to assume that black boxes are more complex than they actually are.
    • Until you have an effective mental model, it seems mysterious and unknowable.
    • In a superposition of possible states.
    • Once you peek inside, it's almost always easier than you think.
    • Similar to why magic tricks become instantly limp when you know the secret.

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