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I totally agree it is useful for particularly tricky problems. It is not a coincidence that what I like the most about it is the initial discussion on the poten
by xmklb 8y ago
I totally agree it is useful for particularly tricky problems. It is not a coincidence that what I like the most about it is the initial discussion on the potential approaches to solving the problem. But then when we move into the implementation phase, that is when things get tiresome after four months of continuous and permanent pairing, because in my case, I appreciate silence and time to focus and think at my own pace. Maybe permanent pairing is just not an useful thing honestly. I guess I'm wondering if anyone has successfully done it for months at a time.
- otras 8y agoThat definitely makes a lot of sense, and I also value the balance between hashing out an approach together and the silence and focus that thinking at my own pace allows. I've never worked at a job with permanent pairing and don't plan to, but I'm always interested to hear what it's like on the ground. Thanks for sharing!
- zoomablemind 8y agoIt's not clear which aspect of the pairing makes it tiresome for you. Do you feel that you are the 'typer', or that you feel pushed, or being corrected too often? Maybe for a change you may reverse the roles, or swing the pairing partner. Besides, it's not like the process is set in stone, each pair's dynamic could be different. Some pairs don't match well or wear out. Bring it up, after all it's not a policy for its own sake.