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Everything about Simplexity

Simplexity is a neologism which proposes a possible complementary relationship between complexity and simplicity. Wikipedia →

🧭 Start here: a 6-step reading path

  1. Read the overview: SimplexityA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Unveiling simplexity: A new paradigm for understanding complex adaptive systems and driving technological innovationInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Herpes SimplexThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Simplexity: Sensemaking, organizing and storytelling for our timeCited 136 times
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📖 Definitions

Noun The number of simplexes into which a structure can be divided.

Noun Disorder.

Noun The tendency of a simple system to generate complex forms.

Noun The act of establishing a simple interface for something that is complex.

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