Legacy code is a fact of life, but it can’t be ignored. Here are six practical steps to identify and refactor legacy code in your organization.
Legacy code is a ubiquitous challenge for software developers, especially in enterprise environments, where systems often have a long lifespan and legacy code naturally accumulates over time. This accumulation creates a particular set of challenges, but with the right strategies and techniques, it can be effectively managed and modernized.
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