First Principles Vs Analogy Principles

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Sometimes called “reasoning from first principles,” the idea is to break down complicated problems into basic elements and then reassemble them from the ground up. It's one of the best ways to learn to think for yourself, unlock your creative potential, and move from linear to non-linear results.

So what is Reverse Engineering? In simple terms, it is taking apart an object to see how it works in order to duplicate or enhance the same. The last point when you reach as you apply Reverse Engineering to break down creative and complicated problems at a fundamental level; we term it as First Principles.

On the other hand you have Analogy Principle wherein your reasoning is based upon existing ideas and concepts with slight variations of your own.

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