Code Complete (Microsoft Programming Series) (original 1993; edition 1993)

by Steve McConnell

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Title:	Code Complete (Microsoft Programming Series)
Authors:	Steve McConnell
Info:	Microsoft Press (1993), Edition: 1, Paperback, 896 pages
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Finally got around to reading this programming standard.It's a substantial book that covers a lot of areas in the programming domain, and would probably round out even the more experienced programmer. (

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stringsn88keys | Aug 7, 2012 |

As books about software development go, this is a good example of a guide that has something for everyone - both those new to programming and those with decades of experience. I'd recommend this book to anyone who writes code on a regular basis. (

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cazfrancis | Jan 22, 2012 |

Old but still useful. (

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librisissimo | Mar 22, 2011 |

I don't think yet another long review is required for this book because I consider it among the standard books that a real-world software developer should have read. To put it another way, any software developer who already internalized all of the wisdom and techniques in that book can be considered a pretty good developer and / or software team manager.

But be careful, this book is not a how-to book and does not focus on any specific technology. You can be an ASP.NET developer working on MS Windows platform or a Python developer working on a GNU/Linux platform. If you are involved with a project that includes more than a few thousands line of code and you work as a part of a team then you owe yourself to have the knowledge described in the book.

I think I'll create a small file that includes all the checklists that are given at the end of the chapters as well as the further reading lists and send a copy of that every junior software developer I work with. (

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EmreSevinc | Mar 5, 2010 |

A comprehensive book that covers a wide range of topics on software construction. Based on significant amount of material as well as author's experience. It's a big one, but is broken down well, and not really that hard to go through. The writing style is to-the-point. Offers great advice for different situations, letting you decide what option best fit for you and your organization. Awesome as a reference book as well. (

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YOU KNOW WHAT "CONSTRUCTION" MEANS when it's used outside software development.

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Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0735619670, Paperback)

For more than a decade, Steve McConnell, one of the premier authors and voices in the software community, has helped change the way developers write code--and produce better software. Now his classic book, CODE COMPLETE, has been fully updated and revised with best practices in the art and science of constructing software. Whether you're a new developer seeking a sound introduction to the practice of software development or a veteran exploring strategic new approaches to problem solving, you'll find a wealth of practical suggestions and methods for strengthening your skills. Topics include design, applying good techniques to construction, eliminating errors, planning, managing construction activities, and relating personal character to superior software. This new edition features fully updated information on programming techniques, including the emergence of Web-style programming, and integrated coverage of object-oriented design. You'll also find new code examples--both good and bad--in C++, Microsoft(r) Visual Basic(r), C#, and Java, though the focus is squarely on techniques and practices.

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