> find it really difficult to go through huge chunks of iterative code. I need abstractions otherwise I can't get my head around it. I often wind up refactorin

> find it really difficult to go through huge chunks of iterative code. I need abstractions otherwise I can't get my head around it. I often wind up refactoring into manageable chunks (even in pseudocode/diagrams) just so I can understand stuff. Understanding lots of code at a module, function, or even more granular level with a magnifying glass feels more productive than struggling to understand the full picture. It also rewards you with instant gratification. Reading and writing ncrete code gives much more immediate gratification.