Read Code You Didn't Write: Checking AI-Generated Code, for Beginners (PDF)

For educational and personal use only. A beginner's guide with invented examples; you review and decide about your own code. See kitson-workshop.pages.dev/terms.html.

Read, test and question the code an AI writes for you, before you trust it.

WHAT'S INSIDE

- A 5-step method to read any code, and how to read error messages- Running and testing small pieces, and writing your first tiny test- Common AI code mistakes (invented functions, outdated APIs, off-by-one, silent failures) and security basics- 17 printable pages: code reading worksheet, test planner, security checklist and a before-you-ship checklist

WHO IT'S FOR

Beginners, students and hobbyists building with AI coding tools.

FORMAT

Instant download: one PDF, US Letter, 49 pages, including printable worksheets and checklists. All 22 Python and JavaScript examples were run to confirm their output.

HONEST LIMITS

Following this guide does not guarantee your code is secure or bug-free; for important projects, get an experienced developer to review it. Tool-neutral: no AI products are recommended. Pairs well with our Code Explainer app.

WHAT SHOULD WE WRITE NEXT?

Email kit376351@gmail.com with the subject "Kitson idea". The most-requested topics get written next.

REFUNDS

Digital download. If the file won't open or isn't as described, email kit376351@gmail.com within 14 days and I'll fix it or refund you.