Becoming a Better Programmer

If youre passionate about programming and want to get better at it, youve come to the right source. Code Craft author Pete Goodliffe presents a collection of useful techniques and approaches to the art and craft of programming that will help boost your career and your well-being.Goodliffe presents sound advice that hes learned in 15 years of professional programming. The books standalone chapters span the range of a software developers lifedealing with code, learning the trade, and improving performancewith no language or industry bias. Whether youre a seasoned developer, a neophyte professional, or a hobbyist, youll find valuable tips in five independent categories:Code-level techniques for crafting lines of code, testing, debugging, and coping with complexityPractices, approaches, and attitudes: keep it simple, collaborate well, reuse, and create malleable codeTactics for learning effectively, behaving ethically, finding challenges, and avoiding stagnationPractical ways to complete things: use the right tools, know what done looks like, and seek help from colleaguesHabits for working well with others, and pursuing development as a social activity