mobster
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Description:
Pair and mob programming timer
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 0.0.48@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: pair-programming mob-programming developer-tools productivity timer
Install: brew install --cask mobster
About:
Mobster is a timer application designed to facilitate pair and mob programming sessions. It helps teams rotate drivers and navigators efficiently, keeping the focus on collaborative coding. The tool provides visual cues and session tracking to maintain rhythm and productivity during collaborative development.
Key Features:
  • Session timer with automatic driver rotation
  • Visual status bar for current driver/navigator
  • Break reminders and session statistics
  • Native macOS application
Use Cases:
  • Coordinating driver/navigator rotations in pair programming
  • Facilitating mob programming sessions with clear role transitions
Alternatives:
  • Pomodoro Timer – Generic timeboxing tools lack specific pair programming rotation features
  • Mobtime – Web-based alternative with similar rotation functionality
Version History
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Jul 27, 2024 1:15pm 0.0.48 0 VERSION_BUMP 327470f1