Crash Quote by Guy Kawasaki
“A crash is when your competitor's program dies. When your program dies, it is an 'idiosyncrasy'.”
About This Quote
Source Talk: Startup conference, 2015
A crash is an unexpected failure, often due to a unique flaw in a competitor's system.
In simple terms: Crashes are unique failures in software.
Key Takeaway
Identify and fix idiosyncratic bugs quickly.
Themes
technology
failure
competition
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
technical
practical
When to use this quote
- product launch
- system maintenance
- debugging
- market rivalry
Key Concepts
software reliability
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden flaws could cause a crash?
- How can you design for robustness?
A Different Perspective
Fixing one bug may not prevent future crashes.
