Dive deep into the realm of collaborative programming with a unique twist in this episode of Mob Mentality Show where in the spirit of "just sharing" Austin Chadwick unravels 20+ misconceptions and anti-patterns surrounding Mob Programming. From debunking the myth of Mobbing as merely 3+ individuals watching one person type to exploring the misconception of Mobbing being inherently slow and tedious, we dissect various preconceived notions about this innovative approach to coding. At this recorde...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 245
In this compelling episode of the Mob Mentality Show, prepare to be immersed into the dynamic world of Computer Science (CS) education with none other than Kieran Murphy, who is not only a seasoned tech consultant but also a university CS instructor. This episode offers an exclusive peek into Kieran's journey and the profound implications of mob programming in the undergraduate CS classroom. Throughout the episode, Kieran shares invaluable insights gleaned from his experiences, including the pro...
Apr 02, 2024•48 min•Ep. 244
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Mob Mentality Show! In this episode, we delve deep into the dynamic world of software architecture and the transformative power of collaborative programming with the insightful Allan Stewart. As a seasoned architect, Allan brings a wealth of experience to the table, shedding light on how mob programming influences architectural decisions and vice versa. Join us as we explore the nuances of architecture consistency, the impact of clean architecture o...
Mar 18, 2024•48 min•Ep. 243
Welcome to a groundbreaking episode of the Mob Mentality Show, where worlds collide in a crossover event with Luca Ingianni & Jeff Gable from The Agile Embedded Podcast. Joining us as they delve deep into the intricacies of the embedded systems industry from a teaming/mobbing perspective. In the first part of the discussion, industry veterans Jeff and Luca share their insights into the "Pain Points and Practices of the Embedded Systems Industry." They explore the challenges of code coupled t...
Mar 11, 2024•46 min•Ep. 242
🎙️ In this episode of Mob Mentality Show, we dive deep into the realms of continuous global mobbing sessions and the art of refactoring to services with the dynamic Skylar Watson. Brace yourself for an eye-opening conversation that explores the unprecedented challenges and triumphs of leading teams across multiple continents, all while optimizing effectiveness and fostering a global culture of collaboration. 🚀 **Continuous Global Mobbing Sessions** 🌍 Skylar takes us on a journey through his e...
Mar 05, 2024•48 min•Ep. 241
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mob Mentality Show! In this edition, our guest, the remarkable John Gallagher, takes us on a journey through the intricate world of software design, focusing on the compelling theme - "Reducing Cost of Change Through Design." 🛠️ **Episode Highlights:** - **John's Code Mentoring Journey:** Gain insights into John's remarkable journey of being mentored through the realms of code encapsulation, TDD, and the ripple effects from code changes. - **Abstractio...
Feb 27, 2024•49 min•Ep. 240
In this new episode come join the conversation that includes a fascinating blend of collaborative techniques and creative processes utilized in the development of games and fiction, highlighting the use of tools like Lean Coffee, Trello, Asana, and Notion to facilitate world building, mobbing, and game design. Chris Lucian, along with emergency co-host Luis Martinez, discusses with guests Emily Earhart and William Munn their unique approach to creating immersive game experiences and the seamless...
Feb 20, 2024•41 min•Ep. 239
Dive into the world of startups, burnout, and the alchemy of building antifragile teams with Jesse Riley on this episode of the Mob Mentality Show! Unpack mobbing/pairing in startups and small companies, where knowledge spreading and the bus factor is a game-changer. Discover how avoiding the knowledge bottleneck of one person can help your startup thrive undue pressure. Explore the critical role of vacations in startups, the impact of stressed-out devs, and the art of hiring developer zero. Lea...
Feb 06, 2024•39 min•Ep. 238
Join us for an insightful conversation with Philip Markgraf on how Mobbing serves as the keystone of the third generation of XP, pushing the boundaries of innovation, evolution, and continuous improvement. In this episode, we explore: 1. The Evolution of XP Practices in Phil's Mobs Dive into the nuances of "full mob" adoption and its implications for team dynamics. Discover simple definitions that unveil the deeper richness of mobbing. Is mobbing synonymous with "all the good things," or, is it ...
Jan 30, 2024•46 min•Ep. 237
Dive into the world of zero bugs and lean mobbing with David Batten on this episode of Mob Mentality Show. Discover the distinction between the scary and healthy versions of zero bugs, and explore how David and his teams achieved a bug-free environment. Uncover insights on when to shift focus away from zero bugs, anti-patterns to avoid, and the art of baking quality into your code. Explore the synergy of Lean principles, Continuous Delivery (CD), and Test Driven Development (TDD) as David shares...
Jan 23, 2024•51 min•Ep. 236
Come hear the story of a thriving team dynamic in this episode of Mob Mentality Show with special guest Robin van den Bogaard! Join us as we delve into the journey of Robin's team experimenting with mobbing, transforming their approach from Scrum to pair to mob collaboration. In discussion, we explore the pros and cons of the mobbing experiment, from the initial skepticism of Product Owners to management's response. Discover what it is like to be in a system where no need to ask to mob... just d...
Jan 16, 2024•45 min•Ep. 235
🚀 Dive deep into the world of Pair Programming with Gabriel Robaina and Kieran Murphy as they unravel how to tune this "Sensible Default Practice" into even more of a game-changer! 💻✨ In this episode, our discussion covers crucial aspects of pair programming that go beyond the basics. Are your pairing sessions dragging on for too long? Do you notice anti-patterns similar to solo programming? Learn how to identify and address these issues with Gabriel and Kieran's insights. Explore the journey ...
Jan 09, 2024•43 min•Ep. 234
Dive into the intricate world of innovation diffusion on this episode of the Mob Mentality Show. Join us as we dissect the dynamics between healthy and destructive speeds in team switching, exploring the nuances that shape team cultures and impact the quality of outcomes. 🚀 **Episode Highlights:** **Navigating the Pace of Innovation:** Engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the healthy and destructive facets of innovation diffusion. Explore the repercussions of fast and slow diffusion, add...
Jan 02, 2024•35 min•Ep. 233
Venture into the rich tapestry of professional programmer history with the prolific Uncle Bob Martin on this episode of the Mob Mentality Show. 🕰️ **Episode Highlights:** **Unveiling Programmer History:** Join Uncle Bob as he unfolds the history of programmers, emphasizing their humanity beyond mere coding. Explore fascinating anecdotes about pioneers like Grace Hopper and Edsger Dijkstra, discovering the roots of code as it evolved from the manual computation era to the present. **Code Collabo...
Dec 17, 2023•51 min•Ep. 232
Dive into the intricacies of remote mob programming from the perspective of an introvert on this episode of the Mob Mentality Show with our guest, Chris Stone. Join us for a fascinating exploration of the benefits and challenges, seasoned with 2.5 years of Chris's mobbing experience. 🌟 **Episode Highlights:** **Unlocking the Introvert's Tale:** Delve into the unique insights of an introvert's journey in collaborative coding. Chris Stone unravels the energy dynamics of mob programming, addressin...
Dec 11, 2023•48 min•Ep. 231
From an RV at a national park in the woods to the beaches of an ocean reef resort on the coast, Michael Wolf can be found finding joy in remote work and remote mob learning. Join us today on the Mob Mentality Show as he shares his unique experiences and insights. 🌐 **Episode Highlights:** **Foundation of New Teams with Mob Learning:** Explore how Mob Learning serves as a robust foundation for the formation of new teams. Michael delves into the power of joining a mob to code, emphasizing the imp...
Dec 04, 2023•39 min•Ep. 230
Set out on a journey across continents in this episode of the Mob Mentality Show, where we explore the dynamic realm of remote cross-continent mob programming. Join our guests Jeff Langr, Nick Goede, and Merlijn Tishauser as they share stories and insights from their year-long collaboration on a front-end project. 🌐 **Episode Highlights:** **Navigating Time Zones:** Explore the intricacies of establishing core working hours in a cross-continent ensemble. Uncover how the team managed flexibility...
Nov 27, 2023•48 min•Ep. 229
Embark on an immersive exploration of Mob Programming in the Summer of Nix 2023 in this episode of the Mob Mentality Show. Joining us are participants Lorenz, Dawn, Valentin, Albert, and Auguste as they unravel the intricacies of this unique collaborative experience. 🚀 **Episode Highlights:** **Understanding Nix and the Summer of Nix Program** - Gain insights into the fundamentals of Nix and an introduction to the Summer of Nix program. Explore how ensemble programming is utilized to learn, col...
Nov 20, 2023•39 min•Ep. 228
Dive into a thought-provoking episode of the Mob Mentality Show as we embark on a dispassionate tour of complexity, imprecision, and unprofessionalism with the insightful Seb Rose. 🎙️ Episode Highlights: **Beyond "Best Practices"**: Challenge the fallacy of "best practices" as Seb Rose unveils a pragmatic perspective on navigating the intricate world of software development. Explore the implications of the Cynefin Framework and learn the art of offering advice in a pattern format, promoting a c...
Nov 13, 2023•53 min•Ep. 227
Join us for an enlightening episode of the Mob Mentality Show as we delve into the fascinating realm of collaborating with AI. Our guest, David Bernstein, is the co-author of a new book on prompt engineering, and he's here to provide key insights into mastering the art of working with AI. 📚 Episode Highlights: **Prompt Engineering for Everyone**: David introduces the concept of prompt engineering and highlights the universal applicability of this skill. **A Glimpse into David's New Book**: Get ...
Nov 06, 2023•43 min•Ep. 226
Join us for an expansive episode of the Mob Mentality Show as we jump into effective mob programming with a twist: facilitating as a less technical coach. We are joined by Nazee Hajebi as she brings this fresh perspective into the world of ensemble programming. 🎙️ Episode Highlights: **Starting the Mob Journey**: Nazee shares her real-life experiences and insights into helping teams kickstart their mob programming journey. **Obstacles and Overcoming**: Discover the common obstacles Nazee faced ...
Oct 30, 2023•40 min•Ep. 225
Welcome to an adrenaline-pumping episode of The Mob Mentality Show! In this captivating installment, titled "Mastering the High Stakes Arena: A Story of Mobbing Under Pressure with Giovanni Asproni," we dive into the thrilling world of Mob Programming in high-pressure environments. Join us as we embark on an exploration of high stakes work, dissecting the very definition of what "high stakes" truly means. Giovanni Asproni takes us on a roller-coaster ride through his enthralling story of Mob Pro...
Oct 23, 2023•48 min•Ep. 224
Welcome to another exciting episode of The Mob Mentality Show! In this episode with André De Sousa we dive deep into the innovative approach of Agile@School® methodology and its transformative impact on education. Join us as we explore various facets of this groundbreaking methodology, including pairing and mobbing within the school environment, the criteria for selecting pairs/mobs and granting autonomy to students. André De Sousa sheds light on how work is allocated and curated, alongside disc...
Oct 16, 2023•47 min•Ep. 223
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mob Mentality Show! Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of MicroObjects with the creator himself, Quinn Gil. Prepare to unravel the intricacies of object-oriented programming practices taken to the next level. In this episode, we embark on an exploratory journey covering a multitude of key aspects: Mastering MicroObjects & OOP: Quinn guides us through the world of MicroObjects and how they dial up traditional object-oriented programming p...
Oct 09, 2023•48 min•Ep. 222
Join us in this episode of the Mob Mentality Show where we venture into the realm of fostering deep listening and understanding within mob programming. In this discussion, we unveil the profound 5th Habit of a Highly Effective Mobber: Empathetic Listening, drawing inspiration from Stephen R. Covey's timeless "7 Habits" book. 🎧 Episode Highlights: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood: Exploring Covey's fundamental principle and its profound impact on effective communication. Empathy P...
Oct 02, 2023•17 min•Ep. 221
Join us in this episode of the Mob Mentality Show as we embark on a journey to unravel the intricacies of happiness tracking and its correlation with the Satir Change Model. Delve into the world of team dynamics, psychology, and the power of tracking in both in-person and remote mob settings. Episode Highlights: - 🌟 Uncover the origin story and the overview of happiness tracking within mobs. - 🌍 Explore the differences between tracking in-person versus remote. - 📊 Analyze the comparison of tr...
Sep 25, 2023•24 min•Ep. 220
Are you ready for an unprecedented glimpse into the dynamic world of remote mob programming? Join us in this exclusive episode of the Mob Mentality Show, where we provide an inside look into the innovative realm of code crafting and ensemble programming. Episode Highlights: 🔍 Behind the Scenes - Mobbing Environments: Take a tour of our in-person and remote mobbing environments, witnessing the transformation brought about by the advent of remote work. Explore the intricacies of our morning learn...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 219
Are you ready to dive deep into the essence of software development? Join us in this enlightening episode of the Mob Mentality Show as we explore the core principles and fundamentals that underpin successful software development with the exceptional Bryan Finster. Episode Highlights: 🛠️ Mastering the Basics: Discover the timeless importance of software development fundamentals. We break down the essential elements that lay the foundation for excellence. 📝 Agile Story Slicing: Learn the art of ...
Sep 11, 2023•45 min•Ep. 218
Join us on an enlightening journey into the world of software development internships in this episode of the Mob Mentality Show titled "The Intern Mob Chronicles." We sit down with Eduardo Lopez and Jeric Baga, who share their notable experiences and insights from their unique mob programming internship journey. Episode Highlights: 🚀 Mob Programming Internship: Eduardo and Jeric take us through their adventurous journey as interns in a dynamic mob programming environment. 🔍 The Application Pro...
Sep 04, 2023•41 min•Ep. 217
Experience a unique twist in this episode of the Mob Mentality Show! Instead of Chris and Austin interviewing a special guest, the very special guest Dustin Thostenson takes up the mantle of hosting and interviews Chris and Austin. Dustin leads a discussion that delves into the unique journey of the Mob Mentality Show. Explore the evolution of the podcast through its inception, guiding principles, and the impactful connections to the world of software development. Episode Highlights: 🎙️ Journey...
Aug 28, 2023•51 min•Ep. 216
