Types & Grammar
Kyle Simpson’s “Types & Grammar” is a deep dive into the less-obvious, yet essential, aspects of JavaScript: types and grammar. It’s not about writing fancy code, but understanding the underlying rules and structure that makes JavaScript tick.
Scope & Closures
Kyle Simpson’s “Scope & Closures” is a must-read for any JavaScript developer who wants to truly understand the inner workings of the language. It dives deep into two fundamental concepts — scope and closures — that are often misunderstood but essential for writing robust and maintainable code.
UP & GOING
Kyle Simpson’s “Up & Going” is a great starting point for anyone wanting to learn JavaScript. It covers the fundamental concepts of the language in a clear and concise way, making it an ideal introduction for beginners.
Alone with myself
“Marcus Aurelius — Alone with Myself”, translated by Gregory Hays, offers a profound and intimate glimpse into the mind of one of history’s most respected Stoic philosophers, Emperor Marcus Aurelius. The book comprises a collection of personal reflections, meditations, and notes, providing a window into his inner struggles, philosophical musings, and ethical principles.
The Art of Strategy
The Art of Strategy” by Avinash Dixit and Barry Nalebuff is a refreshingly practical and insightful guide to strategic thinking, drawing on game theory to illuminate the dynamics of competition and cooperation.
Grokking Algoritms
“Grokking Algorithms” by Aditya Bhargava is a unique and engaging guide to understanding algorithms. It takes a refreshingly different approach, focusing on intuitive explanations and real-world analogies rather than dry mathematical formulas.
Skin in the Game
Nassim Nicholas Taleb's "Skin in the Game" is a provocative and thought-provoking exploration of the importance of "skin in the game," a principle that emphasizes the need for individuals and institutions to bear the consequences of their actions.
Computer science | Distilled
"Computer Science Distilled" by Wladston Ferreira is a concise and engaging introduction to the core concepts of computer science. It's not a comprehensive textbook, but rather a distillation of essential knowledge, perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a quick refresher.
Fooled by randomness
Nassim Nicholas Taleb's "Fooled by Randomness" is a thought-provoking exploration of how we often misinterpret success and failure, attributing them to skill and competence when randomness may play a much larger role than we realize.
Anti Fragile
Nassim Nicholas Taleb's "Antifragile" is a bold and insightful follow-up to his previous work, "The Black Swan." While the latter explored the unpredictable nature of the world and the limitations of our predictive abilities, "Antifragile" delves deeper into how we can not only survive, but thrive, in a world of constant uncertainty and disruption.