Live Coding
Live coding is a collaborative development practice where a developer writes code in real-time, typically in front of an audience, to demonstrate problem-solving, explain concepts, or build software interactively. It involves sharing the screen and narrating the thought process while coding, often used in interviews, teaching, pair programming, or public presentations. This methodology emphasizes transparency, communication, and hands-on learning through immediate feedback and visible progress.
Developers should learn live coding to improve technical communication, interview performance, and collaborative skills, as it's commonly used in job interviews to assess problem-solving under pressure. It's valuable for educators, mentors, and team leads to explain complex concepts effectively, and in pair programming or code reviews to foster real-time collaboration and knowledge sharing. Use cases include technical interviews, coding bootcamps, conference talks, and remote team sessions where interactive demonstration enhances understanding.