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Concern for man and his fate must always form the chief interest of all technical endeavors. Never forget this in the midst of your diagrams and equations.
Albert Einstein
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What this quote means

Technical work should always prioritize human well-being and outcomes.

Einstein emphasizes that in all technical and scientific pursuits, the ultimate goal should be the betterment of humanity. While diagrams and equations are important tools, they should never overshadow the fundamental responsibility to consider the impact of these endeavors on people's lives and the world at large.

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In practice

Example use cases

In a presentation about engineering ethics, one might quote this to underline the importance of user-centered design.

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