> A good strategy would be to have them be a lead on a minor project that requires technical chops and communication. Ensure there is a daily standup and grind

> A good strategy would be to have them be a lead on a minor project that requires technical chops and communication. Ensure there is a daily standup and grind them on details and timelines. Get them some juniors as direct reports to expose their lack of knowledge, then have meetings with these junior devs about project performance. > The stress alone will probably make them quit. Document as much as you can in emails and messaging systems. My god, no. Unless you want to set a precedent for super-toxic, manipulative workplace environment. (You don't get to pick&choose when evil happens: "I learned it from watching you".) As well as expose the company to potentially an 8-figure harassment suit.