Principlev1

Choose tools whose interface complexity matches the

Choose tools whose interface complexity matches the complexity of your need—tools that are too simple force workarounds while tools that are too complex impose unnecessary cognitive overhead.

Why This Is a Principle

This prescriptive principle follows from the axioms about working memory limits (Working Memory Capacity Limit), finite cognitive resources (Directed Attention as Depletable Resource), and the metabolic cost of deliberation (Conscious Processing Is Metabolically Expensive). It prescribes matching tool complexity to task complexity to avoid both inadequacy and overhead. This is a principle because it's derived (from cognitive limits), general (applies to any tool selection), and actionable (gives clear selection criterion).

Source Lessons

L-0902

Tool selection criteria

Evaluate tools on reliability simplicity and fit for your workflow not feature count.

Connections

Derived From (6)

AxiomWorking Memory Capacity Limit AxiomDirected Attention as Depletable Resource AxiomBelief Perseverance Against Contradictory Evidence AxiomConscious Processing Is Metabolically Expensive AxiomBehavior is a function of both the person and their AxiomAutonomy is the felt sense of being the author of your own

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