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Top 20 Programming Lessons

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. :-)

    Interesting points from the entry
  • 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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