Professional Programming is a long-running, curated collection of learning resources aimed at helping software engineers grow into well-rounded professionals. It goes far beyond basic “learn to code” material and covers topics like system design, debugging, testing, performance, security, architecture, and software craftsmanship. The list is organized by themes such as coding, design, operations, communication, and career, making it easy to dive into specific aspects of engineering practice. Each resource is hand-picked by the maintainer, focusing on timeless, high-signal articles, talks, and books rather than trendy or shallow content. Because it has been maintained for many years, it also acts as a kind of “canon” of articles that many engineers reference throughout their careers. The repository is especially helpful for self-taught developers or those transitioning from junior to senior roles who want a structured reading roadmap instead of random blog posts.
Features
- Curated reading list focused on professional, full-stack software engineering
- Thematically organized sections (code, design, operations, communication, career, etc)
- Emphasis on “evergreen” resources that stay relevant over many years
- Mix of articles, talks, books, and other formats instead of just links to docs
- Designed as a roadmap for developers growing from junior to senior levels
- Actively maintained and referenced widely in the engineering community