False Quote by Robert C. Martin
““Science does not work by proving statements true, but rather by proving statements false.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Clean Code, Robert C. Martin, 2008
Science advances by disproving ideas, not by confirming them, emphasizing falsifiability.
In simple terms: Science works by showing ideas wrong.
Value testing and refutation.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- research
- education
- product development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions have you accepted without testing?
- How can falsifiability improve your work?
Some truths may remain unchallenged due to lack of evidence.