Ever found an unfamiliar dependency in a #Java project? @martin_fmi demonstrates how #LLMs can explain third-party libraries directly from build files—cutting hours of manual research. Curious how prompts change the outcome?

Full article: https://javapro.io/2025/12/16/ai-driven-reverse-engineering-of-java-applications/

#AI #LegacyCode

The Enduring Grasp of Win32: A Fading Giant's Shadow

Learn why the old Win32 API is still used in Windows programming today, even with newer options like .NET available.

#Win32API, #WindowsDev, #Programming, #LegacyCode, #DotNet

https://newsletter.tf/win32-api-still-used-windows-development/

The old Win32 API is still a big part of Windows programming, even though newer tools like .NET exist. Many old programs and games still rely on it.

#Win32API, #WindowsDev, #Programming, #LegacyCode, #DotNet
https://newsletter.tf/win32-api-still-used-windows-development/

Tickets for MenderCon 2026 are now available!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mendercon-2026-tickets-1984960742013

It's "pay-what-you-want" so you can get a free ticket or give whatever you want to support the community. The Keynote speaker is non-other than Emily Bach! Her topic is Technical Coaching as a Career. More details:

https://mendercon.com/speakers/

Remaining speaker line-up will be announced soon-ish.

#mendercon #emilybach #legacycode