Engineering Quote by Simon R. Green
“First rule of engineering; beware prototypes. Along with, avoid anything made by an engineer who doesn't have all his own fingers.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Rules of Engineering, 2015
Engineering requires careful testing; avoid untested prototypes and work from those who lack full competence.
In simple terms: Be cautious with prototypes and unqualified engineers.
Key Takeaway
Validate designs, trust competent creators.
Themes
engineering
risk
competence
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
advisory
practical
When to use this quote
- product development
- hardware design
- team hiring
- project planning
Key Concepts
prototype testing
quality control
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify a prototype’s reliability?
- What safeguards ensure engineer competence?
A Different Perspective
Even with expertise, unforeseen flaws can arise.
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