Offline knowledge, buses, and note-taking
a day ago
- Knowledge stored only in memory is risky because humans are forgetful, while computers excel at remembering.
- Documentation reduces the 'bus factor' by ensuring multiple people can perform tasks, spreading critical knowledge.
- A personal documentation system should capture tasks quickly, show immediate priorities, and be always accessible.
- Effective note-taking frees mental space for creative problem-solving rather than remembering tasks.