Author: Robert Martin

Clean Code was the first book on software craftsmanship that I read, and I believe buying it changed the trajectory of my career. It marked the moment I began taking responsibility for my own professional development and propelled me to the next level.

As an entry‑level developer, I remember being told to “keep functions short” and “write maintainable code.” At the time, those phrases felt like riddles. Short compared to what? What does maintainable really mean? It seemed like a kind of sixth sense that experienced developers have but no one could clearly articulate.

I was struck by how clearly Robert Martin explained programming concepts. The chapter on functions, in particular, resonated with me. His guidance that functions should operate at a single level of abstraction clicked instantly, transforming the way I thought about writing code.

I first bought the digital version, but recently I purchased a second physical copy that now sits on my desk, ready to be loaned out to anyone curious.