Happy New Year! Reflect on 2024 with insightful moments as Joël and Stephanie share personal growth and the importance of stepping outside comfort zones. They discuss intriguing programming challenges, such as navigating 'nil' values and their experiences at RubyConf and RailsConf. The hosts reminisce about their favorite episodes and creative endeavors, including unique book cover choices. Finally, they identify key reading influences that shaped their projects and look forward to new aspirations for 2025.
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Nil Discussion
Stephanie Minn recalled discussing the meaning of "nil" on The Bike Shed.
The conversation explored the concept's depth and impact on bugs.
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Cohesive Code Episode
Stephanie Minn and Joël Quenneville interviewed Jared Norman about cohesive code.
The trio discussed code encapsulation and value objects.
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Idealistic vs. Pragmatic
Joël Quenneville enjoyed discussing idealistic vs. pragmatic programming.
The episode explored different coding mindsets and career changes.
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This book introduces readers to systems thinking, a critical skill for 21st-century life. It explains how to understand and interact with complex systems, highlighting the importance of internal system structures and feedback loops. The book is divided into sections on system structures and behavior, the relationship between systems and humans, and strategies for creating change within systems. It aims to help readers develop a deeper understanding of systems to address global issues such as climate change, poverty, and social inequalities.
The Pragmatic Programmer
From Journeyman to Master
Andy Hunt
David Thomas
Dave Thomas
Andrew Hunt
The Pragmatic Programmer is a book that centers on how to use software to solve problems effectively and how to grow as a developer pragmatically. It was first published in 1999 and a 20th Anniversary Edition was released in 2019. The book emphasizes key qualities such as being an early adopter, having fast adaptation, inquisitiveness, critical thinking, realism, and being a jack-of-all-trades. It uses analogies and short stories to present development methodologies and caveats, including concepts like DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself), YAGNI (You Aren't Gonna Need It), and rubber duck debugging. The book covers topics such as writing clean code, estimating software delivery, instituting change, combating stagnancy, and making software processes resilient and efficient through automation and testing.
The Pickaxe Book
The Pickaxe Book
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Noel Rappin
The Pickaxe Book, formally known as "Programming Ruby", is a comprehensive guide to the Ruby programming language. Written by a team of contributors, including Noel Rappin, it's considered a classic resource for learning and mastering Ruby. The book covers a wide range of topics, from basic syntax to advanced concepts, providing detailed explanations and practical examples. It's known for its depth of coverage and its ability to cater to both beginners and experienced programmers. The book's enduring popularity reflects its value as a reliable and thorough resource for anyone working with Ruby.
The Systems Bible
John Gall
John Gall's "The Systems Bible" is a humorous yet insightful look at the complexities and often ironic failures of systems. Gall uses witty anecdotes and real-world examples to illustrate common pitfalls in system design and management. The book is filled with amusing stories of projects gone wrong, highlighting the unexpected consequences of seemingly simple decisions. It's a valuable read for anyone working with complex systems, offering a lighthearted yet effective way to learn from past mistakes. The book's unique approach makes it both entertaining and educational, providing valuable lessons in a memorable way.
Happy New Year from The Bike Shed!
Tune in to the one wrapped edition that really matters this holiday season, The Bike Shed Wrapped! Recap the year with Joël and Stephanie as they reminisce over their favourite moments of 2024.
The pair discuss ways they’ve stepped outside their comfort zone to gain a different perspective on their work, the growth they’ve each achieved as a result, and their ambitions for 2025 and beyond.
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