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The Pragmatic Programmer

by Andrew Hunt, David Thomas

4.5 / 5.0
ISBN 9780135957059
Published 2019-09-13
Reviewed Oct 2025
Type Review

Essential wisdom and practical advice for software developers at all levels.

A timeless classic that every developer should read. The Pragmatic Programmer offers practical advice that remains relevant despite the ever-changing tech landscape.

Core Concepts

DRY Principle: Do not Repeat Yourself
Code Refactoring: Improve code continuously
Testing: Test early, test often

Why It Matters

This book teaches you to think like a professional programmer, not just code. The lessons on code quality, teamwork, and career development are invaluable.

Rating: 4.5/5

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programming software-engineering technology

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