Philippe Gaultier 2/29/2024

You've just inherited a legacy C++ codebase, now what?

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This article provides a structured, step-by-step strategy for developers who inherit a legacy C++ project. It covers initial steps like getting the build and tests running, removing unnecessary code, and adding modern tooling (CI, linters, sanitizers). The guide then focuses on making safe, incremental improvements with the ultimate goal of making the codebase maintainable and secure.

You've just inherited a legacy C++ codebase, now what?

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