I froze for a bit because I kept waiting for a constraint that never came.
Start by clarifying the goal and constraints of the moon campus, then frame it as a product with users (Googlers) and value (innovation, research, collaboration). Structure your answer by breaking down the problem into key areas: purpose, location, infrastructure, technology, and operations, and propose a phased approach.
Pro tip: Acknowledge the absurdity but treat it as a serious product design exercise; show you can balance ambition with practicality by prioritizing user needs and iterative development.
Ask questions to understand the purpose (e.g., research hub, employee retreat, data center), budget, timeline, and success metrics. Establish assumptions if needed.
Identify primary users (e.g., engineers, researchers, astronauts) and what value the campus provides (e.g., innovation, collaboration, resource access).
Outline key components: location (e.g., lunar south pole for resources), habitat, life support, energy, connectivity, and transportation. Consider modular and scalable design.
Propose a roadmap: initial robotic setup, followed by crewed missions, and gradual expansion. Include risk mitigation and partnerships (e.g., NASA, SpaceX).
Define metrics (e.g., uptime, productivity, cost per employee) and feedback loops to improve the design over time.
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