Yes, I believe so! During the "silent period" in language acquisition, learners observe and comprehend the language being used around them. They are exposed to different ways of expressing ideas and communicating in a language and build internal representations of the language, including vocabulary and grammatical structures. Similarly, when reading code, developers observe and try to comprehend the logic, structure, and patterns employed by others in achieving a particular result. Other people's code exposes them to different approaches and coding styles, showcasing various strategies to solve problems or implement functionalities. developers build mental models of programming concepts, algorithms, and best practices, contributing to their overall understanding of coding.

Besides, the silent period allows language learners to observe without the pressure of making mistakes. Reading other people's code provides a low-risk environment for developers to learn without the fear of making errors. It allows them to understand without the immediate pressure of writing code themselves.