Are England going to beat the Bobs? They've made a good start.
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England versus Bob - cricket thread
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Bob is without their main Business Analyst for this one and so have struggled with the requirements.
Still some talented developers but it's looking likely that they're going to come in under budget.What happens in General, stays in General.You know what they say about assumptions! -
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The final requirements for Phase 1 (of 4) haven't been finalised yet - that will probably happen later today.
If the requirement comes in less than expected, they might be able to turn it around and meet the delivery target.Comment
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An English developer has just been sent packing. One of the Kumars at 42 gave him his marching orders.Comment
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I see we've bought in one of our South African contractors.What happens in General, stays in General.You know what they say about assumptions!Comment
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Oh dear. Looks like that famous skills shortage has become apparent.What happens in General, stays in General.You know what they say about assumptions!Comment
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The Bobs don't usually have test teams
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