Leader Spotlight: 'Keeping it simple is hard, and making it hard is simple,' with Dipto Chakravarty - LogRocket Blog
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Dipto Chakravarty, Chief Product Officer at Cloudera, discusses his belief that 'keeping it simple is hard and making it hard is simple.' He emphasizes the necessity of rigor to simplify complex technologies and user experiences effectively. In his view, advancements in technology have led to greater complexity, making the task of creating user-friendly products increasingly challenging. Drawing on his rich professional background, he highlights the importance of understanding the intricate 'systems of systems' that constitute everyday tech to provide valuable, intuitive user experiences. His philosophy is about balancing data with user feedback to drive better product outcomes.
The one-liner is that 'simple' is 'complex' resolved. Often, we shift complexity to the back burner if we're trying to simplify a problem.
Even the tiniest feature of a software or a hardware unit comprises a 'system of systems' that work in concert with each other.
Keeping things simple has become hard nowadays. It takes discipline and rigor to simplify complex technology and user experiences.
The ethos of 'keeping it simple' emphasizes that while simplifying is essential, it requires a deep understanding of the underlying complexity.
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