Quote by Freeman Dyson

A good scientist is a person with original ideas. A good engineer is a person who makes a design that works with as few original ideas as possible. There are no prima donnas in engineering.

A good scientist is a person with original ideas. A good eng

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting approaches between scientists and engineers. While scientists thrive on originality and innovative ideas, engineers prioritize practicality and efficiency. A good scientist is celebrated for their creativity and ability to think outside the box, but a good engineer is commended for delivering practical solutions, often by harnessing existing knowledge and minimizing the need for complicated or novel concepts. The quote also suggests that engineering is a team-oriented discipline, emphasizing the absence of individual egos or a "primadonna" attitude that may hinder productive collaboration.

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