The Psychology of Computer Programming

by Gerald M. Weinberg

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Book Summary

Gerald M. Weinberg’s classic exploration delves into the intricate relationship between human psychology and the art of software creation. Far from being a purely technical pursuit, computer programming is presented as a fundamentally human activity, replete with emotions, cognitive patterns, and social dynamics. This work, originally published in the early days of software engineering, remains insightful for those seeking to understand how programmers think and collaborate, and how these psychological factors shape the outcomes of software projects.

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