Getting a clue at / debug a huge Java Swing App I've inherited

Question

I\'ve been given the task to implement a new end-user functionality into a Java/Swing application. The task to implement is relatively easy and straightforward. What is cumb

Answer 1

In NetBeans, I use File > New Project > Java Project with Existing Sources to allow easy navigation. Most IDEs have a similar feature.

• Use Run > Generate Javadoc; even without comments, the Overview, Index, Use and Tree links may be useful.

• Set breakpoints in the debugger and use Window > Debugging > Call Stack to answer question like, "How did I get here.

• Run the code in the integrated Profile > Profile Project mode to see principle execution threads.