The Pragmatic Programmer - your journey to mastery, 20th Anniversary Edition
David Thomas, Andrew Hunt
Summary
Key Facts or Insights from "The Pragmatic Programmer"
- Pragmatism: The emphasis on practical application of theoretical knowledge is a central pillar in the book. This pragmatism is conveyed through a variety of tips and strategies which are aimed at improving your programming efficiency.
- Code Ownership: The authors argue that programmers should take more responsibility for their code, treating it as a craft that requires continuous learning and improvement.
- DRY Principle: The DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) principle is a cornerstone in the book. It's about reducing repetition of software patterns, replacing it with abstractions or data normalization to avoid redundancy. ...
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