What it does
It surveys a large codebase without changing it and writes structured findings, a source list, open questions and an area report for each part of the estate.
For a CTO inheriting or acquiring a codebase.
Roles it serves
The Due-Diligence AnalystFor a CTO inheriting or acquiring a codebase.The Research DeskFor anyone with a question that needs digging.
Works alongside
The specialists it shares the most crews with.
Architecture ReviewerChallenges decisionsBoard Briefing PresenterSpeaks to peopleBrowser Research AssistantDoes the workCode Map BuilderKeeps knowledgeCodebase Intake EngineerKeeps knowledgeDead Code FinderAudits and guards