Computer science Quote by Pedro Domingos
““As so often happens in computer science, we’re willing to sacrifice efficiency for generality.””
About This Quote
Source Conference Talk: KDD 2014
Computer science often trades speed for broader applicability, accepting slower algorithms to cover more cases.
In simple terms: We sacrifice speed for general solutions.
Prioritize flexibility over raw speed.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- building libraries
- research prototypes
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is speed more critical than flexibility?
- Can you balance both in a single design?
General solutions may be impractical for time‑critical tasks.