How Do You Manage Life's Complexities?

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The discussion centers around finding effective methodologies for managing complexity in daily life, particularly in the context of software engineering. Participants express the belief that while individual approaches may vary based on personal circumstances, there may be universal techniques applicable to many situations. Key strategies mentioned include "divide and conquer" and "abstraction," which are recognized as foundational principles in both life and software development. Additionally, the conversation touches on the challenges of understanding people and suggests the use of mental simulations to prepare for complex scenarios. The search for comprehensive resources or literature on managing complexity is also highlighted.
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I just wondered if anyone has a sound set of methodologies they apply in their daily life that helps them effectively deal with complexity in life. I feel for every person this set of principles would be different because of they way they are and the way their enviornment is. But perhaps there are some powerful techniques that apply to all situations.

I am trying to search for the answer in software engineering because there is lot of complexity in software stuff. Maybe somebody's written books about this.


If only there was a deal with complexity bible out there...
 
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Divide and conquer and abstraction are the key things I've found in my searches so far.
 
CuriousArv said:
hi

I just wondered if anyone has a sound set of methodologies they apply in their daily life that helps them effectively deal with complexity in life. I feel for every person this set of principles would be different because of they way they are and the way their enviornment is. But perhaps there are some powerful techniques that apply to all situations.

I am trying to search for the answer in software engineering because there is lot of complexity in software stuff. Maybe somebody's written books about this.


If only there was a deal with complexity bible out there...



People are hard to understand.
 
Umm, precompiled headers? I run general scenarios through my head in anticipation of complex situations.
 
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