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Complex systems & second-order effects (Interview)

The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

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The Cobra Effect

Three famous examples of unintended consequences. The cobra effect, rats and ferril pigs all involve animals. How can we stop this spiralling out of control? Sayne: "You don't get it that you cannot control the whole story"

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