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Software Engineering at Google

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Software Engineering at Google

Written by: Titus Winters, Tom Manshreck, Hyrum Wright
Narrated by: Mark Sando
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Today, software engineers need to know not only how to program effectively but also how to develop proper engineering practices to make their codebase sustainable and healthy. This book emphasizes this difference between programming and software engineering.

How can software engineers manage a living codebase that evolves and responds to changing requirements and demands over the length of its life? Based on their experience at Google, software engineers Titus Winters and Hyrum Wright, along with technical writer Tom Manshreck, present a candid and insightful look at how some of the world’s leading practitioners construct and maintain software. This book covers Google’s unique engineering culture, processes, and tools and how these aspects contribute to the effectiveness of an engineering organization.

You’ll explore three fundamental principles that software organizations should keep in mind when designing, architecting, writing, and maintaining code:

  • How time affects the sustainability of software and how to make your code resilient over time
  • How scale affects the viability of software practices within an engineering organization
  • What trade-offs a typical engineer needs to make when evaluating design and development decisions
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This book has everything a software engineering best practices guide should have. A must read for all software engineers and manager. Last part of the book is optional if you want to read about google internal tools.

An ocean of best practices

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This book gives a bigger picture about the software engieering. It goes in various dimensions, which are essential for software engineering, especially the long lived code with big size team. It has changed the way, I think about software engineering !

An epic to listen !

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Recently, I had the pleasure of immersing myself in the pages of "Software Engineering at Google," a captivating masterpiece co-authored by the brilliant minds of Titus Winters, Tom Manshreck, and Hyrum Wright. This book, much more than a mere exploration of software development practices at the tech titan Google, unveils the blueprints for fostering a culture of engineering excellence within any organization. Join me as I share my key takeaways from this enlightening read.

Delving into the realm of best practices, the authors don't just present a list; they invite us to the heart of the matter, unveiling the rationale behind each practice and the profound benefits they bestow. Divided into four illuminating sections, the book first dissects the art of crafting an effective engineering team. Here, the authors unravel the intricate tapestry of leadership's primary attributes, molding a culture that amplifies individual performance while propelling the entire organization toward its objectives.

Further down the path, the book meticulously navigates the terrain of Google's engineering processes and practices. The authors elucidate the underlying principles driving these robust frameworks, ensuring that every member of the organization contributes to the creation of top-tier, cost-effective software, enriched with immense value for the end-users.

A spotlight shines on the formidable tools wielded by Google's engineering wizards, responsible for crafting and maintaining the colossal search system that has become synonymous with Google's global reputation. The detailed exploration of these tools is a fascinating journey that reveals the magic behind Google's technological prowess.

The final section casts a spotlight on the nuanced subtleties of Google's culture and the intricacies of onboarding. Navigating this domain, the authors provide invaluable insights, like rare gems, into the very essence of Google's vibrantly innovative environment.

Reading "Software Engineering at Google" was not just educational; it was thoroughly enjoyable. If you're immersed in the world of software engineering, this book is an absolute must-read. It's a treasure trove of knowledge, capable of rivaling even the most comprehensive classroom courses, as long as you have a preliminary understanding of software development processes.

The journey through "Software Engineering at Google" is exhilarating, a deep dive into the inner workings of one of the world's most influential tech giants. It's a roadmap for anyone passionate about engineering excellence and a testament to the power of collective innovation within an organization. Dive in, and let the secrets of Google's software engineering prowess inspire your own path to success.

A software Engineering Course

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the first half is more generic and they have own tools , but there same OSS tools outside and google has contribute to OSS.
The second half speaks more on tools and techniques used to solve problems.

I always wanted to bow Google works .

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The book goes into the details if google and how they build their products. Quite insightful and interesting

Excellent book if you want to learn about highly scalable systems

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