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The clean coder
A Code of Conduct for Professional Programmers
Book • 2011
This book by Robert C. Martin focuses on what it means to be a professional software developer.
It covers various aspects of software development, including the importance of taking responsibility, saying no when necessary, and committing to tasks.
The book emphasizes techniques such as Test-Driven Development (TDD), refactoring, and time management.
Martin uses anecdotes and real-life stories from his 42-year career to illustrate key points, making the book engaging and practical.
It also delves into social aspects of daily work, such as communication, collaboration, and continuous learning.
It covers various aspects of software development, including the importance of taking responsibility, saying no when necessary, and committing to tasks.
The book emphasizes techniques such as Test-Driven Development (TDD), refactoring, and time management.
Martin uses anecdotes and real-life stories from his 42-year career to illustrate key points, making the book engaging and practical.
It also delves into social aspects of daily work, such as communication, collaboration, and continuous learning.
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as a book that offers advice on software development practices, but with some caveats.


Nathan Toups

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New Horizons & Executive Politicking - The Unicorn Project by Gene Kim
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as one of the books read and discussed on the podcast.


Carter Morgan

John Ousterhout and Robert "Uncle Bob" Martin Discuss Their Software Philosophies
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as a guide to professional software development practices.


Carter Morgan


Nathan Toups

"Clean Coder" by Robert “Uncle Bob” Martin
Recommended by Carter for its engaging storytelling and insights into professional software development.

Our Top Five Books! - Book Overflow 2024
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as a series of books written by 

to share his software career wisdom.


Adam Stacoviak


Robert C. Martin

Back to Agile's basics (Interview)
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as an example of a more autobiographical book.


Carter Morgan

Delivering High Value Work & Doing Fewer Things - Slow Productivity by Cal Newport
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as a follow-up to Clean Code, focusing on the personal aspects of being a programmer.


Robert C. Martin

Clean Code for Managers: Robert C. Martin, a.k.a. Uncle Bob
Mentioned in relation to professionalism in software development.

Accountability Retrospective - Book Overflow 2024
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as one of the books they read and discussed on the podcast.


Carter Morgan

Guess That Quote! - Book Overflow 2024