I think talking to people is more effective. 1. Most people can do the job. Even programming isn't that bad, I've met very few complete incompetents. 2. Their

I think talking to people is more effective. 1. Most people can do the job. Even programming isn't that bad, I've met very few complete incompetents. 2. Their personality and interest in the topic are better correlates for their success in the team and generally.