Robert C. Martin: Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship (Paperback)

The Robert C. Martin: Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship Paperback is an essential read for software developers, beginners and professionals alike, as it provides clear answers on the implementation details of software development, including when to write documentation, what steps to take when refactoring, and the importance of naming in code. By applying the principles outlined in the book, there was a noticeable improvement in the quality of code across teams. The book focuses on timeless concepts that are applicable in any technology, with a strong emphasis on Java and imperative/OO programming. The author iteratively improves code examples, allowing readers to learn effectively and make the rules and principles stick. However, the book does not discuss real-world trade-offs in enough detail, and some chapters authored by different people are weaker than others. The book should have included a discussion of functional programming, which addresses many of the lessons/problems. In the book, code is compared to poetry and art, and the author emphasizes that clean code always looks like it was written by someone who cares. The book is full of quotes and tips, including naming variables with the same care as naming a first-born child and the importance of small, well-written functions. Overall, the book is highly recommended for any developer who wants to become a better programmer.