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Navigating the Unknown
Tips for E
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Hi, I’m Colin Marsch
Android Engineer @ Cash App
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My Approach
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Ask For A Code Walkthrough
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Create an Architecture Diagram
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Use a Debugger
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What’s next?
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Write a Doc
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Refactor?
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Find Opportunities
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Tips for Success
Learn Document Share