I think the last block in this section:
Software Craftsmanship: The New Imperative
Craftsmen learn from the apprentices, even as the apprentices learn
from them. Enthusiastic beginners not only renew the craftsmen, but
also challenge the craftsmen by bringing in new ideas from the outside.
A well chosen apprentice can make even a master craftsman more
productive.
is really important and perhaps needs to be emphasized even more if possible. A major barrier I've seen from both sides is that apprentices feel constrained from asking questions and making suggestions because they don't want to bother people with more experience than they have. Likewise, I've seen management discouraging apprenticeship and mentoring relationships with their best employees because they want those people working not training. This quote goes a long way toward overcoming the misconceptions that lead to these inefficient practices.
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