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Dec 28, 2024 · Fundamentals

How to Understand Unfamiliar Project Code as a New Developer

To master an unfamiliar codebase, a new developer should first run the project, pick a core feature, trace its data flow through modules step‑by‑step—like placing an elephant in a refrigerator—understand each function in context, then expand outward, ensuring deep comprehension before listing the project on a résumé.