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Latest Questions for Practical Skills (541)
This is a very interesting question. I think Plato's Theory of Forms can be seen as a very ancient, very philosophical "spiritual ancestor" of First Principles Thinking.
In my opinion, these two are not contradictory at all; instead, they are a perfect match, indispensable to each other. Many people perceive them as conflicting, mainly because they equate "empiricism"...
Let's put it this way: you can imagine all our knowledge and understanding as a massive castle constructed from LEGO bricks.
This castle might appear grand and intricate, with numerous beautiful tower...
Haha, that's an interesting question, and many people confuse these two concepts. I'll try to explain it to you in plain language.
Imagine you have a LEGO car built right in front of you.
The most fundamental commonality between the two is that they both seek an absolutely reliable, unquestionable "starting point" or "origin."
You can understand it this way:
Descartes pondered at the t...
Let's put it this way: these two terms sound very similar, both seeming to refer to a 'most fundamental starting point,' but their origins and applications are actually quite different.
Ha, that's an interesting question. If I were to explain Aristotle's "First Principles" to an ordinary person, I think I'd put it this way:
You can imagine it like playing the "getting to the bottom o...
Hello, when we talk about the philosophical origins of "First Principles," we need to rewind over two millennia, back to ancient Greece, to a figure named Aristotle.
To be honest, what initially drew me to Lao Gao and Xiao Mo were their science videos. They talk about things like the universe, time, and aliens – topics that sound quite profound – but they present ...
Simply put, Google's biggest challenge in its early days was: having the best technology, but not knowing how to make money.
Think about it, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, the two founders, were initiall...
Chatting isn't that complicated. Simply put, it's two people sharing thoughts and feelings, seeing if they click.
Think about it: when you chat with friends, don't you often ramble? Talking about food...
It's really hard to generalize about this; it depends on who you are. For us Chinese people, Japanese actually has many aspects that are easier than a language like English.
Is Japanese difficult to learn? It really depends on the individual. Compared to English, for Chinese speakers, each has its own challenges.
Let's talk about English first.
Hey friend, seeing you ask this question, I imagine you're going through a tough time. Sending you a virtual hug. Heartbreak truly is draining.
The Genesis of 100QA
Actually, many years ago (about 7 years ago), we tried to use machines to create Q&A. Because we couldn't scale the generation of Q&A with machines (there was no AI technology at ...
Windy weather can indeed affect the normal operation of an antenna, but it largely depends on how strong the wind is and how well your antenna is installed.
Why "Humanoid"? That's a really good question!
Hey, friend. You've hit on a crucial point, and many people share this question. To be honest, in many specific, singular scenarios, you are absolutely r...
Humanoid Robots: A Mirror Reflecting "Who We Are"
Yes, absolutely. Humanoid robots are not just products of cutting-edge technology; they are more like a mirror.
Okay, this is a very interesting question, and it's particularly relevant to our daily lives. Let me share my thoughts, trying to explain it in simple terms.
Hey there, friend. I know, bringing this up is incredibly difficult and takes immense courage. It feels like a huge weight on your chest, and you don't know how to lift it.