Direct Collaboration
Direct Collaboration is a software development methodology that emphasizes real-time, synchronous communication and teamwork among developers, often through practices like pair programming, mob programming, or co-located work. It focuses on reducing communication barriers, accelerating feedback loops, and improving code quality through immediate peer review and shared problem-solving. This approach is commonly used in agile and DevOps environments to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Developers should use Direct Collaboration when working on complex projects that require rapid iteration, high-quality code, or knowledge transfer among team members, such as in startups, agile teams, or when onboarding new developers. It is particularly valuable for reducing bugs, improving design decisions, and accelerating learning, as seen in practices like pair programming in extreme programming (XP) or mob programming in team-based workflows.