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Working Effectively with Legacy Code

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Overview

Explore the challenges and solutions of working with legacy code in this insightful GOTO Book Club interview featuring Michael Feathers, author of "Working Effectively with Legacy Code," and Christian Clausen, author of "Five Lines of Code." Delve into the world of testing, refactoring, and clean code practices as these experts discuss their shared passion for solving real-life programming problems. Learn valuable strategies for understanding and improving legacy systems, including writing tests that provide deeper insights into code structure. Discover how to tackle common issues faced by developers worldwide and gain practical advice on implementing effective coding techniques. This 46-minute discussion covers essential topics such as the definition of legacy code, the importance of testing, and the application of clean code principles to enhance software quality and maintainability.

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Working Effectively with Legacy Code • Michael Feathers & Christian Clausen

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