Reviews
I’ve been reading various books to standardize our in-house development methods, improve how we develop software, and support its operation. This time I read How to Be a Better Programmer. The book has five parts, 39 chapters, an appendix, and stories from eight Korean developers. Each chapter covers topics that can be put to use right away. I liked the chapters, but especially the TIP sections: they explain and summarize each chapter’s main ideas clearly. When I come back to review the book
Published by Hanbit Media, How to Be a Better Programmer does more than teach coding techniques; it invites readers to reflect on their lives and attitudes as programmers. What most distinguishes it from other “clean code” books is its focus on people rather than code itself. It ranges from “Live a Life of Learning” (Chapter 24), an idea familiar to anyone who has studied programming, to “The Programmer’s Posture” (Chapter 30), which addresses physical health. The book considers not only work
I chose this book because I’ve had more opportunities to collaborate lately and have become more aware of where I stand; I want to become a better developer. Much of its advice may sound familiar, but I think there’s a lot to gain by considering each point carefully. It’s a great book to return to whenever time passes and I forget something. It doesn’t lecture; it’s a witty, entertaining book written with programmers in mind, and I think it will feel fresh each time I read it. It feels like an
Hello! The book I’m reviewing this time is Hanbit Media’s How to Be a Better Programmer. It has clean, well-presented illustrations near the beginning, with an overall summary and recommendations at the end. The table of contents is shown above. The book is divided into three parts and 39 chapters, and I think it offers a broad education in software development. The book is easy to read. Important passages are clearly marked with red lines, and the closing section includes questions that invite
Hanbit Media’s “I’m a Reviewer” program provided the book for this review. Intro: This was my second technology book of 2024. I’ve been reading various books and working on projects lately, so I have less time and find it harder to finish books. Even so, this one looked easy to read, and I was curious about what else I could do to become a better programmer. Book review — A book that prompts reflection: It discusses how to grow as a programmer. As I read, I thought about things I had overlooked
Every programmer has probably asked at least once, “How can I become a better programmer?” How to Be a Better Programmer offers a practical answer. The IT industry changes quickly, and developers’ desire to grow—and the questions that come with it—are growing too. Drawing on 15 years of experience, a senior developer shares 39 insights and concrete ways to improve. The book also includes interviews with eight Korean developers working at companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Toss, offering
The book details say this is a revised edition of a book published earlier, not a first edition. Although it has been some time since the original publication, this is not a book about technical tricks or techniques. It covers fundamental practices for coding at a company, collaborating, and making high-quality products, so it should remain useful for a long time. The fact that it has been reissued says something about the quality of its content, and it also includes entertaining interviews
Programming styles vary with each programmer, but good programming means writing concise code that the next person can understand. People often keep their programming know-how to themselves because it is part of their competitive edge. I appreciated that this book explains how to become a good programmer based on many years of experience. I recommend it to people just starting out as well as current programmers who want a useful chance to reflect on their work.
Pete Goodleaf: How to Become a Better Programmer
*This is a revised edition of How to Be a Great Programmer. Have you wondered, “Am I a good developer?”, “How can I grow?”, or “Is this collaboration effective?” As the IT market changes, developers’ desire to improve and their questions grow. This book offers 39 insights from a senior developer’s 15 years of experience for anyone seeking to become a better programmer. It covers code review and writing, self-management, collaboration, and work practices, with practical advice for a richer career and life. It can help new and experienced developers and people who study programming as a hobby. An appendix includes interviews with eight Korean developers active in the field, sharing experience and realistic advice. I hope it helps readers develop greater expertise and ability.
Korean title: 더 나은 프로그래머 되는 법
Korean author: 피트 구들리프
Korean publisher: 한빛미디어
ISBN-13: 9791169212335
Reviews
I’ve been reading various books to standardize our in-house development methods, improve how we develop software, and support its operation. This time I read How to Be a Better Programmer. The book has five parts, 39 chapters, an appendix, and stories from eight Korean developers. Each chapter covers topics that can be put to use right away. I liked the chapters, but especially the TIP sections: they explain and summarize each chapter’s main ideas clearly. When I come back to review the book
Published by Hanbit Media, How to Be a Better Programmer does more than teach coding techniques; it invites readers to reflect on their lives and attitudes as programmers. What most distinguishes it from other “clean code” books is its focus on people rather than code itself. It ranges from “Live a Life of Learning” (Chapter 24), an idea familiar to anyone who has studied programming, to “The Programmer’s Posture” (Chapter 30), which addresses physical health. The book considers not only work
I chose this book because I’ve had more opportunities to collaborate lately and have become more aware of where I stand; I want to become a better developer. Much of its advice may sound familiar, but I think there’s a lot to gain by considering each point carefully. It’s a great book to return to whenever time passes and I forget something. It doesn’t lecture; it’s a witty, entertaining book written with programmers in mind, and I think it will feel fresh each time I read it. It feels like an
Hello! The book I’m reviewing this time is Hanbit Media’s How to Be a Better Programmer. It has clean, well-presented illustrations near the beginning, with an overall summary and recommendations at the end. The table of contents is shown above. The book is divided into three parts and 39 chapters, and I think it offers a broad education in software development. The book is easy to read. Important passages are clearly marked with red lines, and the closing section includes questions that invite
Hanbit Media’s “I’m a Reviewer” program provided the book for this review. Intro: This was my second technology book of 2024. I’ve been reading various books and working on projects lately, so I have less time and find it harder to finish books. Even so, this one looked easy to read, and I was curious about what else I could do to become a better programmer. Book review — A book that prompts reflection: It discusses how to grow as a programmer. As I read, I thought about things I had overlooked
Every programmer has probably asked at least once, “How can I become a better programmer?” How to Be a Better Programmer offers a practical answer. The IT industry changes quickly, and developers’ desire to grow—and the questions that come with it—are growing too. Drawing on 15 years of experience, a senior developer shares 39 insights and concrete ways to improve. The book also includes interviews with eight Korean developers working at companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Toss, offering
The book details say this is a revised edition of a book published earlier, not a first edition. Although it has been some time since the original publication, this is not a book about technical tricks or techniques. It covers fundamental practices for coding at a company, collaborating, and making high-quality products, so it should remain useful for a long time. The fact that it has been reissued says something about the quality of its content, and it also includes entertaining interviews
Programming styles vary with each programmer, but good programming means writing concise code that the next person can understand. People often keep their programming know-how to themselves because it is part of their competitive edge. I appreciated that this book explains how to become a good programmer based on many years of experience. I recommend it to people just starting out as well as current programmers who want a useful chance to reflect on their work.
