How to avoid the XY problem - Deepstash

How to avoid the XY problem

  1. Always include information about a broader picture along with any attempted solution.
  2. If someone asks for more information, do provide details.
  3. If there are other solutions you've already ruled out, share why you've ruled them out. This gives more information about your requirements.

1

14 reads

CURATED FROM

IDEAS CURATED BY

ocpodariu

Alt account of @ocp. I use it to stash ideas about software engineering

The idea is part of this collection:

Cracking the Interview

Learn more about problemsolving with this collection

How to showcase your skills and experience

How to answer common interview questions

How to make a good first impression

Related collections

Similar ideas to How to avoid the XY problem

Make an effort to connect with your new colleagues

If you have already accepted an offer, intentionally seek out information by creating opportunities to connect with others. Some companies may need a few nudges to provide a more inclusive onboarding experience.

Before your first day, ask:

  • Are the...

7 Things You Need To Understand About Anxiety And Depression

No, we are not over yet. After discussing the topic with my friend’s Dad (he is a doctor), I’ve made a list of things you need to understand and avoid anxiety attacks (hard to breathe moments).

  1. Think of your anxiety as a biological problem, rather than thinking there is something wron...

Read & Learn

20x Faster

without
deepstash

with
deepstash

with

deepstash

Personalized microlearning

100+ Learning Journeys

Access to 200,000+ ideas

Access to the mobile app

Unlimited idea saving

Unlimited history

Unlimited listening to ideas

Downloading & offline access

Supercharge your mind with one idea per day

Enter your email and spend 1 minute every day to learn something new.

Email

I agree to receive email updates