How to Read Complex Code

This talk examines the cognitive processes involved in reading code and explains why unfamiliar names and tightly coupled code can cause different kinds of confusion. It presents practical techniques for reading code with greater ease.

Syllabus

Intro
How I got started
Coding for kids
The best part of programming is finding mistakes
Programmers only learn from making mistakes
You will fail often & it will be frustrating
Never be afraid to mess around & experiment
Break the rules
And most importantly: it's fun
When & how do you learn to code?
How do people learn?
We don't teach reading code
We don't practice reading code
We don't have theories for reading code
Different forms of confusion
More techniques from reading
Want to know more?
Summary
Outro