If you answered "yes" to the questions above, you must be thinking

“There must be a better way!”

The problem is not related to your skills, intelligence or your work ethic. The problem is that the skills that enable you to work on actual production systems are never taught to you. In addition, the traditional way most developers are onboarded to a new system,is deeply flawed, forcing them to acquire skills on their own. In a way, almost all developers are self taught.

This course will teach you the skills that will enable you to :

• “Systematically onboard onto a large codebase by using a time tested and proven framework that significantly reduces onboarding time.”
• “Make significant contributions in a few weeks using time tested design and development techniques without breaking existing functionality.”
• “Iteratively make significant improvements to the code quality and design of the system.”

Why take this course?

The intent of this course is to give you a solid grounding and the key skills that will enable you to work on large code bases. Irrespective of whether you are still in college, starting off in the software industry or have spent years working, this course has a lot to offer.

If you’re looking to sharpen your skills and increase your productivity when dealing with large and complex codebases, then this course is for you.

In the real world, most of us don't get the luxury of starting projects from scratch. Greenfield projects, where you begin with a blank slate, are rare. Instead, you often walk into existing codebases, sometimes with years or even decades of history. Understanding how to navigate and contribute to these established projects efficiently is a crucial skill.

When you join a new team or company, there’s a steep learning curve. You need to get up to speed with the existing codebase quickly to start making meaningful contributions. This course will equip you with the strategies to understand and integrate into new codebases at 5-10 times the pace you generally would.

Augment your skills.

If you are still in college, it’s important to grow the skills that matter earlier than later. This course will teach you important skills that most college courses lack. As a junior developer, you might be assigned to a particular feature, but you have interests that align with other areas of the project. This course will give you the tools to understand those areas better, allowing you to contribute where your passions lie and grow your expertise beyond your initial assignments.

If you’re a mid or senior developer, you likely review code and design for multiple products or projects. This course will enable you to provide better feedback, ensure consistency, and maintain high standards across the board. Maybe you already have familiarity with a part of the codebase, but you want to expand your sphere of influence by contributing to other areas.This course will help you develop the skills to confidently explore and work on different parts of the code, making you a more versatile and valuable team member.

If you’re managing a team of developers, it is imperative to be aware of the codebase that the team manages and maintains. You might not need a deep dive, however having a good overview of the codebase will provide you with an edge in both planning and execution. You will be better equipped to manage risks and identify opportunities. In addition, having a shared vocabulary with the developers will enable you to establish better communication channels with the team and provide better feedback.Awareness of lack of tests, code complexity(either inherent or accidental) will enable you to plan for changes better as well as provide you the ability to get stakeholder buy-in into managing technical debt.

Take your career to the "next level".

Mastering the ability to work effectively with large codebases not only makes you a more efficient developer but also opens up numerous career opportunities. Whether it's landing a role in a top-tier tech company,leading significant projects, or even transitioning into architectural roles, these skills are highly valued and can significantly boost your career trajectory..