You're reviewing the wrong file
When an AI agent gets a requirement wrong, the mistake lives in the test assertions, not the implementation. Domain knowledge catches it, not coding skill.
Code review
The value of code review
Code reviews improve more than code quality. Done well, they shape better problem-solving, expose edge cases, and spread knowledge across teams. Learn how small, focused reviews and AI support help teams ship faster with confidence.
Why I switched from BugBot to Claude for code reviews
I switched from Cursor's BugBot ($40/month) to Claude Code for code reviews. Setup is straightforward in VS Code, and Claude's bug detection has been notably better. While it still flags null reference checks like most AI reviewers, the difference in catching actual bugs is significant.
Ignoring revisions when using git blame
Tired of git blame pointing to useless formatting commits? Learn how to ignore revisions with --ignore-rev or .git-blame-ignore-revs to keep Git history accurate and helpful.
Automatic pull request reviewing with Cursor's Bugbot
Pull requests are invaluable for sharing knowledge and improving code quality, but in small teams reviews often get rushed or skipped. AI reviewers like Cursor’s Bugbot step in to bridge the gap. For teams short on review capacity, it can add meaningful value.
AI writes bad code, but what if that’s the good news?
Should engineers fear messy AI code or embrace it as a tool for fast product validation? This story reveals why your cleanest code might not be your most valuable contribution. Why founders will use AI generated code more and more for MVPs and prototyping and why engineers should embrace this.
Making an existing Laravel application multi-tenant with Tenancy for Laravel
Transforming a legacy application into a multi-tenant powerhouse is no small feat. Learn how we tackled the challenges of adding multi-tenancy to a Laravel app, from infrastructure planning to custom bootstrappers, and discover practical tips to future-proof your applications.
How to minimise the impact of developer onboarding
Discover strategies to optimise developer onboarding, minimise costs, and improve time-to-market. Learn how to tackle challenges like code complexity, technical stack adaptation, knowledge transfer, and team integration while fostering a supportive and productive environment for new hires.
Embracing brownfield projects & legacy code in SaaS
Balancing innovation with stability is key in managing SaaS legacy code. You explore phased implementations, leveraging existing assets, and continuous learning to maximize legacy code potential. Ideal for tech leads and founders.
Understanding and managing technical debt and legacy code: a guide for founders
Discover effective strategies for managing technical debt and legacy code in software development. This comprehensive guide for founders explores the causes, impacts, and solutions to maintain sustainable growth and high-quality code.
Why don't you look at the codebase?
When auditing software companies, we don't only look at the codebase. The value of an audit lies in understanding the broader context of the company. By interviewing, we uncover the real issues.
Don't become a code review bottleneck
Transform code reviews from a bottleneck to a team effort. Balance quality and productivity by engaging everyone in reviews, automating minor checks, and fostering a culture of code quality. Make your reviews sustainable now.
Tech debt & refactoring an old front-end codebase: a field manual
Improve your front-end project's performance and maintainability with our guide to refactoring a codebase. Learn about tackling technical debt, assessing your code, planning a strategy, and exploring refactoring techniques.
A field guide to modernizing your PHP project — how to avoid a rewrite through incremental development
Sometimes the code really is unmaintainable and non-upgradeable. Other times, it might just be old and written in a technology that’s dated or deprecated. Learning how to work with legacy code is a skill in itself. Here’s our playbook for modernizing that old PHP project.
Why code quality matters
In today's digital landscape, software development is a crucial aspect of most businesses. However, many organizations overlook the importance of code quality. Ensuring code quality is critical for various reasons, from financial stability to customer satisfaction.