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Simple technologies often work better than complex ones for user adoption
Evidence
Anthropic chose markdown files over more complex formats because 'it works' and non-technical users can understand it
Implication
When building AI tools, prioritize simplicity and accessibility over technical sophistication
Counter Belief
Advanced features require complex implementations to reach their full potential
Example Application
Using markdown for AI skill creation instead of a proprietary scripting language, making it accessible to non-technical business owners