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Curated books that have shaped my thinking and can help you grow

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Self-Development
Atomic Habits
by James Clear

An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones. Transform your life through the compound effect of small changes.

📖 320 pages • 6-8 hours
📅 Published: 2018

My Review:

This book completely changed how I think about building habits. The 1% better every day philosophy is incredibly powerful and practical.

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Programming
Clean Code
by Robert C. Martin

A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship. Learn to write code that is clean, readable, and maintainable.

📖 464 pages • 8-10 hours
📅 Published: 2008

My Review:

Essential reading for any serious programmer. This book teaches you to write code that humans can understand.

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Psychology
Thinking, Fast and Slow
by Daniel Kahneman

Explores the two systems that drive the way we think. A fascinating look at human decision-making and cognitive biases.

📖 499 pages • 12-15 hours
📅 Published: 2011

My Review:

Mind-blowing insights into human psychology and decision-making. Changed how I think about thinking itself.

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Programming
The Pragmatic Programmer
by David Thomas, Andrew Hunt

From Journeyman to Master. Essential reading for any programmer who wants to improve their craft and approach to software development.

352 pages • 2019
A timeless classic that every developer should read. Practical advice that has shaped my programming career.
Data Science
Storytelling with Data
by Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic

A Data Visualization Guide for Business Professionals. Learn to tell compelling stories with your data through effective visualization.

288 pages • 2015
Excellent guide for making data presentations more impactful. Changed how I approach data visualization completely.
Writing
The Elements of Style
by William Strunk Jr., E.B. White

The classic guide to writing well. Concise, practical advice on the art of clear and effective communication.

105 pages • 2000
A compact masterpiece. Every writer should keep this book within arm's reach for quick reference.
Lifestyle
Digital Minimalism
by Cal Newport

Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World. A philosophy for technology use that focuses on what truly matters.

284 pages • 2019
Important read in our digital age. Practical strategies for reclaiming focus and intentional living.
Communication
The Art of Explanation
by Lee LeFever

Making your Ideas, Products, and Services Easier to Understand. Master the skill of clear, compelling explanation.

256 pages • 2013
Great insights on making complex ideas accessible. Valuable for educators, presenters, and communicators.

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