Experts Quote by Tom DeMarco
“Training is practice doing a new task much more slowly than an expert would do it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Structured Systems Analysis by Tom DeMarco, 1979
Learning a new task slowly, as an expert would, builds a solid foundation for skill development.
In simple terms: Practice slowly to learn well.
Key Takeaway
Embrace deliberate, paced practice.
Themes
learning
skill acquisition
expertise
deliberation
Mood
practical
reflective
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- training programs
- onboarding
- skill workshops
- personal development
Key Concepts
cognitive science
pedagogy
performance improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance speed and accuracy in learning?
- When is rapid practice appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Too slow practice can hinder progress if not balanced.
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