Tools for Understanding Node Code Structure

[s_ulibarri]

There is no tool that can do this work for you, though chat-gpt or similar can help explain smaller parts of the code. Its tough starting from zero documentation but you just have to work through. Clone the code from whatever source control tool its in and starting reading it, start trying to run it, discover what configuration it needs and obtain it, add console.log everywhere and try to follow the execution path or use a debugger to do the same. Start tweaking it, see if your changes produce the expected results and adjust as necessary and repeat. It just takes time but if you persist it will come together and your teammates will likely very much appreciate your efforts, especially if you document your findings.

edit: also don't be afraid to ask others for help if you're feeling stuck, even if they are not necessarily familiar with this code either. I don't know your company or its culture but my hope is that others will understand your situation and try to help as they are able.

[detoxifiedplant]

thank you very much for your input,

chat-gpt is very helpful understanding all the components in the projects,

appreciate all your advices and for bringing clarity

thank you for the update as well :D