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19 books recommended

Masters of Doom

Masters of Doom

David Kushner

Chronicles the story of id Software and the creation of iconic video games like Doom and Quake.

Recommended by: 7 People
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The Mythical Man-Month

The Mythical Man-Month

Frederick P. Brooks Jr.

A classic on software engineering and project management, highlighting the challenges of large-scale software development.

Recommended by: 5 People
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The Design of Everyday Things

The Design of Everyday Things

Don Norman

Explores the principles of design, focusing on usability and the importance of creating user-friendly products.

Recommended by: 4 People
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Don't Make Me Think

Don't Make Me Think

Steve Krug

A guide on web usability, emphasizing simplicity and intuitive design for enhancing user experience.

Recommended by: 4 People
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The Inmates Are Running the Asylum

The Inmates Are Running the Asylum

Alan Cooper

Discusses the challenges of user-centered design in software development, advocating for better usability in technology products.

Recommended by: 3 People
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The Pragmatic Programmer

The Pragmatic Programmer

Andrew Hunt

A practical guide for software developers, offering tips and techniques for improving coding skills and work processes.

Recommended by: 2 People
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59 Seconds

59 Seconds

Richard Wiseman

A guide to quick, evidence-based strategies for improving happiness, motivation, and decision-making.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Peopleware

Peopleware

Tom DeMarco

Explores the human side of software development, emphasizing team management, productivity, and workplace culture.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Envisioning Information

Envisioning Information

Edward R. Tufte

Discusses principles for designing information visuals, emphasizing clarity, integrity, and aesthetics.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Visual Explanations

Visual Explanations

Edward R. Tufte

Explores techniques for explaining complex ideas visually, focusing on clarity and effective communication.

Recommended by: 2 People
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The Visual Display of Quantitative Information

The Visual Display of Quantitative Information

Edward R. Tufte

A foundational text in data visualization, discussing methods for presenting quantitative data effectively.

Recommended by: 2 People
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Programming Pearls

Programming Pearls

Jon Bentley

A programming book that presents practical problem-solving techniques and coding best practices.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Code Complete

Code Complete

Steve McConnell

A comprehensive guide to software construction, covering best practices and methodologies.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Beautiful Evidence

Beautiful Evidence

Edward R. Tufte

Explores the visual presentation of information, emphasizing clarity and beauty.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Top 10 Games You Can Play In Your Head, By Yourself

Top 10 Games You Can Play In Your Head, By Yourself

J. Theophrastus Bartholomew

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Recommended by: 1 Person
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About Face

About Face

Alan Cooper

The memoir of one of the most decorated U.S. soldiers, exploring his military career and views on modern warfare.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Regular Expressions Cookbook

Regular Expressions Cookbook

Jan Goyvaerts

A comprehensive guide to using regular expressions for text processing in programming.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Designing Web Usability

Designing Web Usability

Jakob Nielsen

Foundational book on user-centered web design.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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Rapid Development

Rapid Development

Steve McConnell

Guide to software development methodologies and project management.

Recommended by: 1 Person
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