The fast and the furious: how smaller steps mean higher velocity

The text discusses the benefits of taking smaller steps in both trail running and software development. In trail running, smaller steps reduce the risk of injury by minimizing force on landing and allowing for quicker stabilization if a step is misjudged. Similarly, in software development, best practices like agile methodology, continuous integration, and canary launches enable faster progress with more frequent feedback loops. The text contrasts this approach with a project that took nine months to develop but ultimately failed, highlighting the value of iterative, incremental improvements over a single, large-scale effort.