Episode · Lex Fridman Podcast · 2018-11-29
Books mentioned on Jeff Atwood: Stack Overflow and Coding Horror
Jeff Atwood is a co-founder of Stack Overflow and Stack Exchange, websites that are visited by millions of people every day. Much like with Wikipedia, it is difficult to understate the impact on global knowledge and productivity that these network of sites have created.
Books mentioned, in the order they came up
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Code Complete
Code Complete by Steve McConnell is a classic, highly regarded software engineering guide that covers a vast array of practical programming practices and construction techniques.
Recommended“it's from a book by Steve McConnell code complete which is where my favorite programming but still probably my number one programming book for anyone to read”
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The War of Art
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield is a classic guide on overcoming creative blocks, conquering internal resistance, and unlocking professional discipline.
Discussed“you know you look at it Stephen King this book on writing or Steven Pressfield the war of art book”
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On Writing
On Writing by Stephen King is part memoir and part masterclass on the craft of writing, detailing the author's personal experiences alongside practical advice for aspiring writers.
Discussed“you know you look at it Stephen King this book on writing or Steven Pressfield the war of art book”
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Doom Guy
Doom Guy by John Romero is a memoir about the legendary game developer and co-creator of Doom.
Recommended“but one of the things john carmack one of the best points he makes in the book masters of doom which is a fantastic book”
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Masters of Doom
Masters of Doom by David Kushner is a compelling non-fiction narrative chronicling the creation of the video game company id Software and the tumultuous partnership between its founders, John Carmack and John Romero.
Recommended“one of the best points he makes in the book masters of doom which is a fantastic book anybody listening this who hasn't read it please read it's such a great book”
Other mentions in this episode (1) — ad reads, self-promotion and passing references, never counted
“you mentioned Stephen King like his book on writing”