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Code Complete: A Practical Handbook of Software Construction, Second Edition by Steve McConnell is a reference work available to read on EtoBox.

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<p>Widely considered one of the best practical guides to programming, Steve McConnell’s original CODE COMPLETE has been helping developers write better software for more than a decade. Now this classic book has been fully updated and revised with leading-edge practices—and hundreds of new code samples—illustrating the art and science of software construction. Capturing the body of knowledge available from research, academia, and everyday commercial practice, McConnell synthesizes the most effective techniques and must-know principles into clear, pragmatic guidance. No matter what your experience level, development environment, or project size, this book will inform and stimulate your thinking—and help you build the highest quality code.</p> <p>Discover the timeless techniques and strategies that help you:</p> <ul> <li>Design for minimum complexity and maximum creativity</li> <li>Reap the benefits of collaborative development</li> <li>Apply defensive programming techniques to reduce and flush out errors</li> <li>Exploit opportunities to refactor—or evolve—code, and do it safely</li> <li>Use construction practices that are right-weight for your project</li> <li>Debug problems quickly

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Author
Steve McConnell
Publisher
Redmond, Wash.: Microsoft Press
Published
2004
Language
EN
ISBN
9780735619678
Category
reference
Subjects
Computer Science, Language Learning, Engineering
Rating
4.28 / 5 (5,954 ratings)
Updated
2026-03-13

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