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Code Complete: A Practical Handbook of Software Construction
by Steve McConnell

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Author: Steve McConnell
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2004-07-07
ISBN: 0735619670
Number of pages: 960
Publisher: Microsoft Press

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Book Review: Essential Reading for Professional Software Developers
Summary: 5 Stars

Every professional developer should read this book at least once in their career. It covers almost every aspect of modern software development (from a professional programmers point of view). In particular it adds some perspective to the many competing development methodologies around today. It's also relevant to both lone developers and those working in larger teams.

There's a few odd ommissions e.g. no coverage UML or patterns. However this is "nit picking" as the book as it stands (all 800+ pages) is a worldwind tour 'd force of best proctices within the software development industry.

Oh, and it's also a great read.

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