Especially true when working on an unknown code base. I frame up small projects that replicate the key parts of the software I need to interact with. So often

Especially true when working on an unknown code base. I frame up small projects that replicate the key parts of the software I need to interact with. So often you find yourself trying to integrate with outdated code vases full of unknown dependencies and customisations that look nothing like the docs or sample code. Even the smartest people can feel overwhelmed! Gives your confidence when you can get a feature working from a fresh project!