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The Pragmatic Programmer

Summary A classic guide to software development best practices, updated for the modern era. This 20th anniversary edition covers everything from personal responsibility to pragmatic approaches to coding. My Review An essential read for any developer. The advice is timeless and the new edition does a great job updating examples while keeping the core wisdom intact. The chapters on DRY, orthogonality, and tracer bullets fundamentally changed how I approach problems. ...

January 15, 2025 · 1 min

Dune

Summary The epic tale of Paul Atreides and the desert planet Arrakis. A masterpiece of science fiction exploring politics, religion, and ecology. My Review A dense but rewarding read. The world-building is incredible, and the political intrigue keeps you engaged throughout. Some parts drag, but the payoff is worth it. Favorite Quotes “I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer.” “The mystery of life isn’t a problem to solve, but a reality to experience.” ...

December 20, 2024 · 1 min