“When experts are wrong, it's often because they're experts on an earlier version of the world”
— Paul Graham
Simplified Meaning:
Sometimes, even people who know a lot about something can make mistakes because they are relying on old information. Think of a computer expert who learned everything about computers ten years ago. If they haven't kept up with new technology, they might not know about the latest software or gadgets, and what they say could be outdated. For example, they might advise you to buy a type of computer that was great back then but is now very slow and not useful. This happens because the world changes quickly, and what was true in the past is not always true now. To avoid this, we should keep learning and stay updated with new information. In our own lives, it’s important to listen to others but also check if their knowledge is still relevant today.
