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The tech industry is rife with romantic tales of "genius design" - a talented team huddled in a room birthing "eureka" moments. That's not the case in reality.
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"Genius design" is a term that is as tantalizing as it is elusive. It suggests that innovative designs spring from a momentary spark of divine inspiration or from the prodigious talent of a solitary individual. This narrative has been popularized by stories in the media, films, and books that celebrate moments of individual brilliance, often overshadowing the gritty reality of the design process.