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0 pointsBlargMcLarg3y ago0 comments

>I think everyone is too focused on technical prowess

>and will tell you nothing about quality of code delivered.

These statements seem a little contradictory or I'm misunderstanding the context.

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Not being too focused on technical prowess doesn't mean being oblivious to code quality, so no I don't think they are contradictory.

BlargMcLargOP3y ago

And you don't think that wording can easily be taken as "we focus too much on technical skills" while simultaneously saying "pair programming doesn't guarantee technical expertise"? Many people would think code quality is part technical prowess, at least.

If anything it at least showcases the importance of clear communication and how easily things can get lost in the details.

gchamonlive3y ago

There is also the principle of the benefit of the doubt where, in doubt, assume the writer is not a complete idiot. Goes a long way to filling these communication details without forcing the writer to write a philosophical thesis.

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0 pointsBlargMcLarg3y ago0 comments

>I think everyone is too focused on technical prowess

>and will tell you nothing about quality of code delivered.

These statements seem a little contradictory or I'm misunderstanding the context.

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gchamonlive3y ago

Not being too focused on technical prowess doesn't mean being oblivious to code quality, so no I don't think they are contradictory.

BlargMcLargOP3y ago

If anything it at least showcases the importance of clear communication and how easily things can get lost in the details.

gchamonlive3y ago

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