Chapter 2 – Testing Throughout the SDLC
Mob Programming – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A software development approach where the whole team works on the same thing, at the same time, in the same space, on the same computer.
In simple words
Whole team on one screen — one driver, many navigators.
Exam tip
Great for tricky problems and onboarding, expensive for routine work.
Related terms
- Pair ProgrammingTwo developers, one keyboard — instant code review and knowledge sharing.
- Static TestingYou examine the work product — requirements, design, code — without running it, using reviews or tools like linters.
- Agile DevelopmentShort sprints, close collaboration, working software over documentation, and continuous change.
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