Duplex communication is a two-way street where both parties can send and receive data simultaneously, like a phone call or Slack chat. It's the opposite of simplex communication, which is one-way only, like your boss's "motivational" emails that you can't reply to.

How to use it in a sentence

• "I tried to explain to the PM why we need duplex communication between the microservices, but he just kept asking if we could use Web3 instead."

• "Our team switched to duplex communication tools like Slack and Zoom, so now we can argue about tabs vs. spaces in real-time instead of waiting for passive-aggressive code review comments."

If you actually want to learn more...

• Using an Agile Software Process with Offshore Development: Martin Fowler emphasizes the importance of establishing multiple duplex communication modes early in offshore development projects, like wikis, instant messaging, and reliable phone calls.

• Duplex Book: Fowler discusses the concept of a "duplex book," which combines a shorter narrative section with a longer reference section, allowing readers to quickly grasp core ideas and dive into details as needed.

• All Content: Browse Fowler's extensive catalog of articles on various software development topics, including agile methodologies, industry trends, and practical tools that facilitate effective duplex communication in teams.

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