name: Pair Programming
version: "1.0.0"
description: AI-assisted pair programming with multiple modes (driver/navigator/switch), real-time verification, quality monitoring, and comprehensive testing. Supports TDD, debugging, refactoring, and learning sessions. Features automatic role switching, continuous code review, security scanning, and performance optimization with truth-score verification.
category: development
tags:
- pair-programming
- collaboration
- tdd
- code-review
- quality
author: Smith Horn

Pair Programming

Collaborative AI pair programming with intelligent role management, real-time quality monitoring, and comprehensive development workflows.

Behavioral Classification

Type: Interactive Exploration

This skill engages in ongoing dialogue throughout the programming session. Expect frequent interaction and collaboration as we work together.

Interaction Pattern:
- I'll ask clarifying questions as we code
- Role switching prompts at intervals (in switch mode)
- Continuous feedback on code quality
- Real-time suggestions and reviews

What This Skill Does

This skill provides professional pair programming capabilities with AI assistance, supporting multiple collaboration modes, continuous verification, and integrated testing.

Key Capabilities:
- Multiple Modes: Driver, Navigator, Switch, TDD, Review, Mentor, Debug
- Real-Time Verification: Automatic quality scoring with rollback on failures
- Role Management: Seamless switching between driver/navigator roles
- Testing Integration: Auto-generate tests, track coverage, continuous testing
- Code Review: Security scanning, performance analysis, best practice enforcement
- Session Persistence: Auto-save, recovery, export, and sharing

Prerequisites

Required:
- Claude Flow CLI installed (npm install -g claude-flow@alpha)
- Git repository (optional but recommended)

Recommended:
- Testing framework (Jest, pytest, etc.)
- Linter configured (ESLint, pylint, etc.)
- Code formatter (Prettier, Black, etc.)

Quick Start

Basic Session

# Start simple pair programming
claude-flow pair --start

TDD Session

# Test-driven development
claude-flow pair --start \
  --mode tdd \
  --test-first \
  --coverage 90

Expert Refactoring

# High-quality refactoring session
claude-flow pair --start \
  --agent senior-dev \
  --focus refactor \
  --verify \
  --threshold 0.98

Sub-Documentation

For detailed information, see the following files:

Quick Reference

Available Modes

Essential Commands

Session Control

# Check status
claude-flow pair --status

# Pause session
/pause [--reason <reason>]

# Resume session
/resume

# End session
claude-flow pair --end [--save] [--report]

Quality Thresholds

Built-in Agents

Session Templates

# Quick templates
claude-flow pair --template refactor  # High verification (0.98)
claude-flow pair --template feature   # Standard verification (0.95)
claude-flow pair --template debug     # Problem-solving focus
claude-flow pair --template learn     # Mentor mode, slow pace

Best Practices

Session Practices

1. Clear Goals - Define session objectives upfront
2. Appropriate Mode - Choose based on task type
3. Enable Verification - For critical code paths
4. Regular Testing - Maintain quality continuously
5. Session Notes - Document important decisions
6. Regular Breaks - Take breaks every 45-60 minutes

Mode Selection

• Driver Mode: When learning, controlling implementation
• Navigator Mode: For rapid prototyping, generation
• Switch Mode: Long sessions, balanced collaboration
• TDD Mode: Building with tests
• Review Mode: Quality focus
• Mentor Mode: Learning priority
• Debug Mode: Fixing issues

Related Commands

• claude-flow pair --help - Show help
• claude-flow pair config - Manage configuration
• claude-flow pair profile - Manage profiles
• claude-flow pair templates - List templates
• claude-flow pair agents - List available agents