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Fable is better than Opus and I do not think there is much argument there. And yes, it is natural to get used to a new tool and even end up liking it more over time. What I am trying to say is that it does not feel like the step change they are claiming it to be.

I fully agree with your point about Taleb. And yes, it can come across as a bit glib, but the underlying point is not new. Do not judge a book by its cover. That idea exists across many cultures, fables, and stories, so it holds IMHO.

The surgeon example is just an illustration of that idea, and it is a great example because it makes the point memorable. In practice, of course, I agree that most modern surgeons are trained to broadly similar standards and look and act the same, with some outliers and historical exceptions.