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Are You Too Good For Code Reviews?
theodp writes "Why do some programmers,' asks Chris Hemedinger, 'place little value on code reviews?' This apparently includes even Programming Greats like Ken 'C' Thompson, who quipped, 'we were all pretty good coders' when asked about the importance of code reviews in his work. Hemedinger, on the other hand, subscribes to the school of thought that peer code reviews are Things Everyone Should Do. Not only do reviews keep you on your toes, Hemedinger says, they also 'improve quality, ensure continuity, and keep it fresh. Who can argue against that?'"
You're right... Over my 13 years of professional experience as a developer in companies ranging from very small to very large, I've never come to appreciate something as ridiculous as 'company-wide' ANYTHING. You don't hire me for my ability to conform! As for my attitude, it kicks ass... I believe anything is possible, and I'm highly motivated to solve problems that others think are difficult. I respect your different opinion and would choose to not work for you.
I contend that you can do all of those things without someone looking over your shoulder... Just like you can be a good and moral person without being god-fearing. (sorry to make another analogy, especially a religious one, but this one is a personal favorite.)