Our recommended books for writing better code
Our top recommended books to improve code quality, design, and organisation, from DDD and TDD to software design classics and best practices.
Here are some of our favourite books. They each cover different aspects of code quality and code organization.
A Philosophy of Software Design – John Ousterhout
The author makes a good case for simplification. The book has lots of examples in code, and is a practical, easy read.
Learning Domain Driven Design – Vlad Khononov
An absolute stand-out book for explaining DDD. A must read.
Code Complete – Steve McConnell
Steve’s magnum opus has everything you’ll ever need around how to write good code.
Test-Driven Development by Example – Kent Beck
TDD is a foundational skill in modern coding. Learn it, practice it, and become a better programmer.
The Mythical Man-Month – Fred Brooks
This is an oldie, but a real classic. Mythical man-month is often quoted for project management truths, but at heart it is full of engineering best practices.
Structured Design – Ed Yourdon and Larry Constantine
The seminal work on Coupling and Cohesion. Maybe not an easy read now, as the tech is very dated, but the concepts remain spot on.
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