> I am convinced that you get more in a collaborative environment having a few devs sitting next to each other in pairs/small groups that they enjoy being with

> I am convinced that you get more in a collaborative environment having a few devs sitting next to each other in pairs/small groups that they enjoy being with than anything else. Like an open zoom meeting where people unmute themselves only they need to ask something? With the additional focus-aiding utility provided by services like focusmate? Similar to people gaming online with audio chat but more disciplined. Combining home office with virtual open floor communication on demand.