Navigating Massive Codebases - From the First Principles

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In my recent video, I delved into navigating massive code bases, sharing insights on why it's crucial to understand them. I emphasized absorbing code base conventions to enhance familiarity and efficiency. Exploring open source projects like CPython and Redis, I highlighted the value of learning through practical examples. Additionally, I discussed the importance of selecting code bases aligned with personal tech interests and manageable sizes. Practical tips on contributing to projects, such as avoiding overwhelming popular projects, were also shared.
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[@metalbaby8186]

came just in time -- started a new job recently and I've been confused. Keep 'em coming

[@xordux7]

This is my favourite topic, I am pretty weak with large codebase

[@tomydurazno6243]

Amazing content, thanks 🙏

[@chaitanya-varu]

Thank you for this. This is very useful

[@camels_are_sober]

Fantastic content. Recently found you. Keep it up brother!

[@user-jt3df1zm1x]

The massive codebase ,I work on is browser code base which are open source like of chromium & brave for desktop and android.

[@RonitChattopadhyay]

Can someone help me with the links of following
1. Different tools mentioned in the podcast
2. Social media Profiles of all the speakers. Would like to follow them.

[@tarunkumar-pf9bn]

Hi @arpit, I did not get the notification or message for this session. Earlier you had a post for bloom filter discussion, I would like to know from where I could get the messages for the discussions in advance.

[@AsliEngineering]

Social platforms. LinkedIn and Twitter.

[@RoveWithPavithra]

Good content. Can you share some links of the tools mentioned like clock , graph/tree ?.
Also, video podcast instead of voice over.

[@AsliEngineering]

It is a recording of a Twitter space, cannot turn into a video.

[@brutef04c38]

Is it a guarantee that a massive codebase will adhere to best practices, I mean it could be the result of a lot of bloat here and there.
Anyway, good talk. Thanks for the upload !