*Result*: Ten simple rules for building a collaborative coding culture.
*Further Information*
*The article focuses on the integration of programming skills in biology labs and offers ten recommendations for research group leaders to foster a collaborative coding culture. It highlights the challenges faced by researchers, particularly those without a computational focus, in developing programming skills and emphasizes the importance of structured learning environments. Recommendations include establishing clear programming objectives, creating a common set of resources, normalizing the sharing of coding challenges, and encouraging collaboration among lab members. The article also discusses the potential role of artificial intelligence in programming education while cautioning against uncritical adoption. Ultimately, it advocates for systemic changes in academia to recognize and support programming contributions in research. [Extracted from the article]*