Striving for Consistency
A Journey Through the Streets of Innovation
On Monday, a spirited debate unfolded within our team. The cause of this intellectual tussle? A choice between rigid consistency and flexible individuality, presented through a vivid metaphor: the naming of two main streets in a bustling city.
The Scenario
Imagine a city with two contrasting streets: Street A leads to a lively market filled with people:
Street B heads to a highly automated industrial zone:
Street A is named with whimsy, resonating with human emotions. Street B follows a systematic pattern, optimised for robotic navigation.
The question arose: Should the naming conventions be consistent, or tailored to their unique environments?
The dilemma mirrored our own: Should we strive for rigid consistency or allow flexibility in our naming structures? Are we building for machines, for humans, or for both?
The Argument
The debate was passionate, reflecting the complexity of the question. Some advocated for uniformity, emphasising…
