Being able to explain advanced topics simply is actually a sign of mastering a topic, so it's actually a very good skill to master.
Challenging yourself to explain topics simply is a good way to learn. It's one of the many reasons working with junior programmers is very valuable for senior developers.
Granted, some topics are just complex and deserve more than a pithy paragraph or two but most of the ones I see here dont fall into that category.
Being able to explain advanced topics simply is actually a sign of mastering a topic, so it's actually a very good skill to master.
Challenging yourself to explain topics simply is a good way to learn. It's one of the many reasons working with junior programmers is very valuable for senior developers.
Granted, some topics are just complex and deserve more than a pithy paragraph or two but most of the ones I see here dont fall into that category.
I am all for simply. However, I don't understand the obsession with "I am five"
The idea started from one of the original subreddits from Reddit with the same name.
Thanks, I was unaware of that :)