Thanks for this ~ it was a great read!

I especially like your point about making it fun… some people have a negative mindset and see pair programming as a way of forcing hard graft through partner accountability.

Theses are the current best practices we use:
http://www.knowledgegenes.com//home.aspx?kgid=10258

Cheers,
Ollie

You are right on target with this post. I agree, especially about the respect. Honesty is one that is often overlooked. In society today, we tend to not tell people when they are wrong, and that doesn’t help anyone. I think there is a tactful way to say “hmm, that might not be the best solution, what if you did this”, or “I like your idea, but I’m not sure I like your implementation, I’m wondering if there is another way we would solve this problem.” I have found where there is honesty and respect there is much growth.