Always work hard on something uncomfortably exciting!
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I like going to Burning Man, for example. An environment where people can try new things. I think as technologists we should have some safe places where we can try out new things and figure out the effect on society. What's the effect on people, without having to deploy it to the whole world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Larry Page emphasizes the importance of experimenting in safe environments to understand the impact of technology on society.
In this quote, Larry Page highlights the value of experimental spaces, like Burning Man, where individuals, particularly technologists, can explore new ideas without the pressures of immediate real-world consequences. He advocates for creating safe environments for innovation, promoting the idea that understanding the societal effects of technology is crucial before introducing it widely. This approach allows us to learn from failures and successes in controlled settings, ultimately leading to more thoughtful and responsible technological advancements.
Themes
ExperimentationInnovationTechnologySocietyBurning Man
In practice
Example use cases
During a tech conference, to support the idea of safe spaces for innovation.
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