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# Books

A collection of books I've read and my thoughts on them.

Cover of Grokking Algorithms, Second Edition

Grokking Algorithms, Second Edition

completed
By Aditya Y Bhargava
Finished on April 29, 2024
Programming Algorithms Computer Science
A friendly, fully-illustrated introduction to the most important computer programming algorithms with beautifully simple explanations and fun illustrations.
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Refactoring: Improving the Design of Existing Code

completed
By Martin Fowler
Finished on April 28, 2024
Programming Software Engineering Best Practices
A classic text that explains how to improve the design of existing code and enhance software maintainability, with detailed examples and practical advice on code smells and how to fix them.
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Docker Deep Dive

completed
By Nigel Poulton
Finished on April 27, 2024
DevOps Containers Cloud Computing
A comprehensive guide to understanding Docker and container technologies, covering everything from basic concepts to advanced implementations.
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Object-Oriented Thought Process

completed
By Matt Weisfeld
Finished on March 31, 2023
Programming Object-Oriented Design Software Engineering
A practical guide to understanding object-oriented programming and design principles, focusing on the conceptual foundations rather than specific languages.
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Clean Code

completed
By Robert C. Martin
Finished on January 1, 2023
Programming Best Practices Software Engineering
A handbook of agile software craftsmanship that has helped countless programmers write cleaner, more maintainable code.
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Concise Guide to Databases

completed
By Peter Lake & Paul Crowther
Databases Computer Science Software Engineering
A practical introduction to database systems that covers fundamental concepts and design principles along with modern database technologies.
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Principles of Package Design

completed
By Matthias Noback
Programming Software Architecture Design Patterns
Creating Reusable Software Components - A practical guide to creating reusable PHP packages using SOLID principles and design patterns.
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The Pragmatic Programmer

in progress
By Andrew Hunt & David Thomas
Progress: 180 /352 pages (51%)
Programming Career Development Software Engineering
A collection of tips to improve the programming process, covering both individual and team-focused practices.
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Design Patterns

to read
By Erich Gamma, Richard Helm, Ralph Johnson, John Vlissides
Programming Architecture Software Engineering
Elements of Reusable Object-Oriented Software - the classic book introducing design patterns as reusable solutions to common programming problems.