Legacy Code Automation with AI: Building a Solution

Legacy Code Automation with AI: Building a Solution

Brenton Damron .NET, AI, Articles, Automation, Chat GPT, Development Technologies & Tools Leave a Comment

This blog post serves as a thought experiment, delving into potential solutions for a pattern I have noticed on projects throughout my career. As a consultant, I work with many companies, each with unique ways of organizing and handling software development. However, throughout my career at Keyhole and elsewhere, I’ve noticed something that seems to be consistent across all dev teams: the existence of legacy code.

Legacy code can be frustrating and time-consuming to work with, so I used AI to create a solution to mitigate the hassle. While other solutions may already exist (and some may be more efficient), I found the process of creating this tool expanded my understanding; it really helped me grow as an engineer.

So, I’m using this blog post to share my process with you! Let’s dive into how AI can assist in improving application design (specifically legacy code) through automation.

What are the Top Causes of .NET Performance Problems?

Zach Gardner .NET, Keyhole, Videos Leave a Comment

When it comes to building applications in the .NET framework, performance is a critical aspect that can make or break the user experience. However, even experienced developers can encounter unexpected bottlenecks that degrade performance. Identifying and understanding these common pitfalls is essential to optimize your applications and ensure they run smoothly. Here, we’ll explore the top causes of .NET performance …

What are the Best Ways to Improve .NET Performance?

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The best ways to improve .NET performance hinge on understanding how crucial every millisecond is to user satisfaction and business outcomes. Enhancing your .NET applications is not just a technical challenge—it’s a business necessity. Monitoring the health and efficiency of your software is as vital as caring for your loved ones. This blog will explore effective strategies to boost your …

Using RegEx In Visual Studio Code

Using RegEx in VSCode For Powerful Searching

Alex Cassells .NET, Articles, Programming, React Leave a Comment

This post demonstrates some of my favorite search techniques that work well in VSCode, including some basic RegEx (Regular Expressions) expressions that will help you find exactly what you’re looking for in an unfamiliar code base. We will cover VSCode file type inclusions and exclusions, single-line multi-term searching, conditional searching, and more. RegEx can be intimidating to people who aren’t used to using it, but luckily the RegEx expressions described in this post are very easy to remember and incredibly powerful.

What is MSAL and How Does It Work?

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MSAL, or Microsoft Authentication Library, is an essential tool for developers aiming to implement robust authentication systems efficiently. It streamlines the integration of security protocols into applications, supporting various authentication methods such as OpenID Connect and JWT (JSON Web Tokens). MSAL enables developers to concentrate on application functionality while maintaining high security standards. Security in Technology The importance of robust …