Prompts
Coding

Explain unfamiliar code

Understand the flow, assumptions, and edge cases of unfamiliar code.

by Appndo

The prompt

Explain this code to a {{experience}} developer:

{{code}}

Start with its purpose, trace the data flow, then identify assumptions and edge cases. Separate definite behavior from things that depend on missing context. Suggest useful tests.

How to use it

Remove secrets before pasting code. Provide related types or callers when the explanation needs more context.