Our review of : The Adventures of an IT Leader, Updated Edition

In this book, David Thomas introduces you to the Pragmatic Programmer philosophy and how it can help you become a better programmer. You’ll learn how to think like a Pragmatic Programmer, develop good habits for your craft, and take advantage of classic tools and techniques that will make you more productive. Finally, you’ll apply all [...]

Clean Code is a handbook of agile software craftsmanship that helps you write better code with fewer bugs. Robert C. Martin provides expert advice on everything from managing interfaces to documenting your work, and illustrates his points with concise, step-by-step instructions for writing clean code in Java, C#, and Python. For who is this book [...]

In his new book, A World Without Email, author Cal Newport argues that the technological advances that have made it possible for us to communicate with each other anytime, anywhere have also created an age of communication overload. He makes a compelling case for why we would all be better off if email were eliminated [...]

In A Thousand Brains, computer scientist Jeff Hawkins offers a new theory of intelligence that overturns the conventional wisdom about how the brain works. He argues that we need to understand principles of brain function in order to build intelligent machines. Drawing on his own research and on findings from neuroscience and artificial intelligence, Hawkins [...]

In “The Future is Faster Than You Think,” Peter H. Diamandis explains how converging technologies are disrupting businesses, industries, and our lives. He offers a glimpse into the future of biotechnology, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, 3D printing, crowdsourcing, and other cutting-edge innovations that will soon change everything we know about the world around us. For [...]

In “Stealing Fire,” Kotler discusses how Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and other groups are changing the way we live and work. He argues that these organizations have tapped into a source of “flow state” or optimal human performance in which individuals are completely absorbed in their activities. As a result, they are able to [...]

In “How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy,” artist and writer Jenny Odell provides a timely antidote to our hyper-connected world. Offering sage advice on how to detox from constant online stimulation, Odell shows us how to find peace and focus in an increasingly noisy society. From learning how to take breaks from email, [...]

Sandworm tells the story of how a group of Russian hackers, known as Sandworm, became one of the most feared cyber groups in the world. After launching a series of devastating attacks against NATO and other targets, they are eventually hunted down by international investigators who risk their lives to bring them to justice. This [...]

Are you looking to build a high-performing technology organization? This book will help you do just that. Authored by Nicole Forsgren PhD, this guide provides readers with the tools they need to not only accelerate their organizations’ performance but also sustain it over time. Using real-world examples and case studies, Dr. Forsgren outlines strategies for [...]

This book tells the story of how two brothers, Wilbur and Orville Wright, managed to build the world’s first successful airplane. It is a tale of innovation and determination, as well as skill and bravery. The Wright Brothers is an inspiring read for anyone interested in aviation or technology history. For who is this book [...]

The Age of Surveillance Capitalism by Shoshana Zuboff is a compelling and frightening read about the new frontier of power. Zuboff shines a light on the explosive rise of surveillance capitalism and how it threatens to erode our human future. Engaging, eye-opening, and mandatory reading for anyone who wants to understand the world we live [...]

Countdown to Zero Day is a book by Kim Zetter that tells the story of Stuxnet, the world’s first digital weapon. The book chronicles how Stuxnet was developed and deployed, and takes readers inside the NSA’s top-secret cyberwarfare program. For who is this book for ? This book is for anyone who is interested in [...]