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“You start small. It's really simple to get started”
What It Means
Begin with minimal viable automation and build complexity through iteration
Why It Matters
Reduces barrier to entry and increases success rates for AI agent projects
When It's True
When building any complex automation or when users are new to AI agents
When It's Risky
When immediate comprehensive solution is required or when iteration costs are prohibitive
How to Apply
Always start with simplest possible version
Build confidence through early wins
Add complexity gradually based on real usage
Example Scenario
“LinkedIn agent starts with just sending DMs, then adds follow-up, calendar integration, and lead scoring”
Related Knowledge
why did you do markdown files like that's like literally the most basic files ever
Anthropic chose simple markdown over complex formats to maximize accessibility and usability
Apps are brutally stupid simple. One screen, one button, one transformation
Successful mobile apps minimize interface complexity to single-action workflows that users can complete without confusio
stupid simple
Design apps with extreme simplicity that anyone can understand immediately without explanation
always delete, delete, delete, delete
Continuously remove unnecessary UI elements until only essential components remain
Embarrassingly simple, give yourself 2 to 3 days to build it
Initial product versions should be so basic they feel embarrassing, but buildable in days not months
Some image models just can't take feedback
AI models vary significantly in their ability to incorporate iterative feedback and improvements