Author inherits legacy C++ codebase, emphasizes the importance of not ignoring it. Provides step-by-step guide on how to improve the codebase, highlights the necessity of incremental changes, team buy-in, testing, and building on various platforms. Offers practical tips to speed up build process, remove unnecessary code, and modernize the project. Advocates for a sustainable software engineering practice and clearly outlines what to do and what to avoid when dealing with a legacy codebase. Unique advice includes discussing with others before making changes, removing dead code, and focusing on building reliability. An entertaining read with practical insights for developers inheriting C++ codebases.
https://gaultier.github.io/blog/you_inherited_a_legacy_cpp_codebase_now_what.html