Emergent Behaviour
Emergent Behaviour
How Simple Rules Create Complex Systems – 99 Real-World Examples.
About the Book
Emergent Behaviour: How Simple Rules Create Complex Systems – 99 Real-World Examples takes you on an eye-opening journey through the hidden patterns that shape our world. Drawing from science, technology, nature, and everyday life, this book reveals how remarkably complex outcomes arise when countless small interactions converge—often with no central authority in charge.
Discover the ingenious foraging of ants, the mesmerizing swirls of flocking birds, and the explosive spread of viral memes—all bound by the same universal principles of feedback loops, local decision-making, and adaptation. Whether it’s the rise of cryptocurrency markets or the collective intelligence of slime moulds, each example showcases the creative power of simple rules operating in tandem.
Perfect for both the curious reader and the seasoned professional, Emergent Behaviour demystifies complex systems through clear explanations and relatable stories. By the end, you’ll see that what appears chaotic or random can be surprisingly ordered beneath the surface. With 99 vivid real-world examples, this book transforms your perspective—helping you spot the subtle threads of emergence that shape the world around us.
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Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Section 1: Nature & Biology
- Section 2: Technology & AI
- Section 3: Business & Markets
- Section 4: Society & Human Behaviour
- Section 5: Maths & Computing
- Section 6: Physics & Chemistry
- Section 7: Social Phenomena
- Section 8: Games & Sports
- Conclusion
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