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Recommendation Books for Learning Software Development

Ahmed Sayed Shalaby

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I have read the article “My Favorite Programming Books for Learning Software Development” by Parker Klein. It is a great article that provides a comprehensive list of books for different levels of experience, from beginners to experienced software developers.

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Here is a summary of the books that Klein recommends:

For beginners:

  • Python Crash Course: A Hands-On, Project-Based Introduction to Programming by Eric Matthes
  • Eloquent JavaScript, 3rd Edition by Marijn Haverbeke
  • Code: The Hidden Language of Computer Hardware and Software by Charles Petzold
  • Teach Yourself Computer Science in 24 Hours by Bradley Mitchell

For intermediate developers:

  • Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship by Robert C. Martin
  • The Pragmatic Programmer: From Journeyman to Master by Andrew Hunt and David Thomas
  • Design Patterns: Elements of Reusable Object-Oriented Software by Erich Gamma, Richard Helm, Ralph Johnson, and John Vlissides
  • Refactoring: Improving the Design of Existing Code by Martin Fowler

For experienced developers:

  • The Art of Unix Programming by Eric S. Raymond
  • Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs by Harold Abelson and Gerald Jay Sussman
  • The Mythical Man-Month: Essays on Software Engineering by Frederick P. Brooks Jr.
  • Peopleware: Productive Projects and Teams by Tom DeMarco and Timothy Lister

Klein also provides some additional tips for choosing the right books for you, such as considering your learning style and the specific programming language or technologies you are interested in learning.

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I highly recommend this article to anyone who is interested in learning software development. It is a great resource for finding books that will help you reach your goals.

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