Ben Kovitz

Professor of Computer Science at Cal Poly Humboldt and former software developer with 15 years of industry experience. He teaches software design using mob programming techniques.

Best podcasts with Ben Kovitz

Ranked by the Snipd community

May 13, 2025 • 50min

Overrun Navigators, Strong Opinions, and Doc Reading: Prof Ben’s Mobbing Questions from the Trenches

Join Professor Ben Kovitz, a Computer Science educator with 15 years in software development, as he tackles real-world mob programming challenges faced in the classroom. He shares insights on balancing deep thought with group momentum and the debate between upfront design and agile discovery within a mob. Ben also discusses the dynamics of student collaboration, the role of the navigator amidst chaos, and the importance of structured roles. Additionally, he highlights how collaborative documentation can transform learning and enhance problem-solving skills.

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!

Get the app