Garrick West

Seasoned XP practitioner, Agile coach, and software craftsmanship advocate. His experience ranges from early coding to shaping college curricula.

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Mar 24, 2025 • 48min

Garrick West on 'Building' Great Developers with XP & Agile plus the Best Debugging

Garrick West, a seasoned XP practitioner and Agile coach, shares insights from his rich history in software development, starting with coding at age 10. He discusses effective strategies for building great developers through mentorship and an apprenticeship model. The conversation dives into mastering debugging with key techniques and the significance of communication. Additionally, Garrick emphasizes the revival of Extreme Programming, making it crucial for Agile teams today, while advocating for stronger collaborations between industry experts and academia.