README. Harsh Realities of Developers

Beginner programmers need more than programming skills. Faced with real work, you instantly realize that the most essential things critical to your career are not taught in universities or courses. The book «README. Harsh Realities of Developers» aims to fill this gap.
Get acquainted with the key engineering practices taught to developers in leading companies.
You will learn what awaits you when applying for a job, then get familiar with the features of production-level code, effective testing, code reviewing, continuous integration and deployment, creating project documentation, and best software architecture practices. The last chapters describe agile planning skills and provide tips for building your career.

Key concepts and best practices for beginner developers — what you weren't taught in university!