This is a large part of a post I made April of last year:
KISS: Keep It Simple and Succinct
Succinct means brief and concise, to the point. A succinct argument is one that more directly addresses the point under discussion.
The "traditional" meaning of KISS completely misses the point. The biggest problem KISS addresses is over-complication of plans - and it is not a problem of stupidity. Those most prone to over-complicate are the more intelligent, especially the highly intelligent and highly educated, but lacking in practical experience. Experience, especially wide experience, is the best prophylaxis for over-elaborate plans.
KISS: Keep It Simple and Succinct
Succinct means brief and concise, to the point. A succinct argument is one that more directly addresses the point under discussion.
The "traditional" meaning of KISS completely misses the point. The biggest problem KISS addresses is over-complication of plans - and it is not a problem of stupidity. Those most prone to over-complicate are the more intelligent, especially the highly intelligent and highly educated, but lacking in practical experience. Experience, especially wide experience, is the best prophylaxis for over-elaborate plans.
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