[lioeters]

> having two brains allows you to bounce back into context

Wow, I never thought of pair programming like that. It sounds nice actually, to let another brain keep the ball rolling while one is busy with something else.

It makes me realize that a big part of my reluctance (preconceived notions about pair programming) is due to having worked alone for most of my career. I never experienced the kind of "mind meld" you describe. I'll remember to keep an open mind about collaborative working methods!