|
 We learned some fundamental
rules for the pair programming construct itself during the VCAPS project at Ford:
- Never pair two people together who are brand new to programming in pairs (always one old-timer with a newcomer).
- When a pair takes the option of working separately (but with joint responsibility), they aren't really pair
programming.
- If both people can't see what is happening on the monitor, they aren't really pair programming.
|
- Everyone works in a pair (no lone rangers allowed)
- People have to trust each other, and it may take time to build trust among everyone on the team
I think most people who
have done pair programming unsuccessfully (and then successfully) have learned these sorts of rules of thumb. 
Ford Motor Company
|
