Year: 2026
Type: conference-paper
Abstract: This study investigates how novice programmers maintain social interactions during collaborative debugging.A qualitative case study was conducted with five undergraduate students working in small groups on debugging tasks.Recordings from 12 sessions were analyzed.Findings from our thematic analysis show that social interactions function as both emotional regulation tools and collaborative resources, helping group members manage tension, sustain engagement, and maintain group cohesion.Humor and playfulness particularly supported a positive and productive debugging atmosphere.
Source: Proceedings.
Authors: Burcu Şener, Duygu Umutlu
Institutions: Middle East Technical University, Boğaziçi University
Language: English
Subfield: Computer Science Applications
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W7214006652