Top 20 Programming Lessons

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January 16th, 2009 | In Learning / Thoughts | Comments Off

Jonathan Danylko posted an excellent set of 20 lessons learned. From a 20 years of experience. Excellent material.

Something to keep in mind as you gain your own experience… and move up the ranks.

Don’t over-”design pattern” applications.
You are not the best at programming. Live with it.
Learn to learn more.

Reference20/20: Top 20 Programming Lessons I’ve Learned in 20 Years, Jonathan Danylko

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The Pragmatic Craftsman :: Simplicity from complexity : by Stanley Kubasek ::