Gilded Rose - Many languages
A refactoring kata for practicing test-driven development and improving legacy code skills across multiple programming languages.
What is Gilded Rose - Many languages?
Gilded Rose Refactoring Kata is a programming exercise that provides a deliberately messy legacy codebase for developers to practice refactoring and test-driven development skills. It simulates an inventory management system for a fantasy shop with complex business rules around item quality and shelf life. The kata challenges developers to improve code design while maintaining existing behavior through careful testing and incremental changes.
Software developers, technical coaches, and coding dojo participants looking to improve their refactoring skills, test writing abilities, and comfort with legacy code. It's particularly valuable for those practicing test-driven development or preparing for technical interviews.
Developers choose this kata because it provides a realistic, constrained legacy code scenario with clear requirements, allowing focused practice on refactoring techniques. Its availability in multiple programming languages makes it accessible for teams using different tech stacks, and its structured approach encourages deliberate practice rather than haphazard coding.
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Starting code for the GildedRose Refactoring Kata in many programming languages.
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