The essential handbook for software developers who want to build better software with practical, real-world techniques. Written by Dave Farley, an award-winning author of "Continuous Delivery: Reliable Software Releases through Build, Test, and Deployment Automation" and a leading voice in modern software engineering.
Based on Dave's series of highly popular How-To guides, this book distills decades of software engineering experience into actionable insights. From writing better user stories and mastering test-driven development to adopting effective developer habits and organising teams for success, this guide is packed with advice you can apply immediately.
The Software Developers’ Guidebook is a practical, no-nonsense resource for developers at all levels. Whether you’re just starting or refining your craft, this book will help you improve how you build software, one step at a time.