Read code more
Read OriginalThis article discusses the undervalued skill of reading code in software engineering. It explains how proficiency in reading code is essential for tasks like code reviews, debugging, security analysis, and even writing code itself. The author provides practical advice for improving this skill, such as reading source code instead of documentation, mastering search tools like rg, and reading code before writing in a new language.
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