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Reading Other People's Code

by @myusuf3 mahdiyusuf.com published 2013-04-023 min read

I really enjoy reading other people’s code, it allows you see how others solve common problems, and sometimes even provide parables on what you shouldn’t do with yours. It also teaches the much needed skill of reading other people’s code. Now, ask yourself two questions: 1. how

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