In 'Refactoring', Martin Fowler unveils the transformative art of improving existing code without changing its external behavior. This essential guide reveals practical techniques and principles that empower developers to enhance code readability and maintainability, making it a pivotal resource for software engineering. Readers will discover the compelling reasons behind refactoring and the dramatic impact it has on long-term project success. By dissecting real-world examples, Fowler fosters a deeper understanding of code quality and design philosophy. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, this book ignites a passion for clean code and continuous improvement.
By Martin Fowler
Published: 2018
"Refactoring is about improving the design of existing code without changing its behavior."
"Whenever you read [Refactoring], it's time to read it again. And if you haven't read it yet, please do before writing another line of code." -David Heinemeier Hansson, Creator of Ruby on Rails, Founder & CTO at Basecamp Fully Revised and Updated--Includes New Refactorings and Code Examples "Any fool can write code that a computer can understand. Good programmers write code that humans can understand." -M. Fowler (1999) For more than twenty years, experienced programmers worldwide have relied on Martin Fowler's Refactoring to improve the design of existing code and to enhance software maintainability, as well as to make existing code easier to understand. This eagerly awaited new edition has been fully updated to reflect crucial changes in the programming landscape. Refactoring, Second Edition, features an updated catalog of refactorings and includes JavaScript code examples, as well as new functional examples that demonstrate refactoring without classes. Like the original, this edition explains what refactoring is; why you should refactor; how to recognize code that needs refactoring; and how to actually do it successfully, no matter what language you use. Understand the process and general principles of refactoring Quickly apply useful refactorings to make a program easier to comprehend and change Recognize "bad smells" in code that signal opportunities to refactor Explore the refactorings, each with explanations, motivation, mechanics, and simple examples Build solid tests for your refactorings Recognize tradeoffs and obstacles to refactoring Includes free access to the canonical web edition, with even more refactoring resources. (See inside the book for details about how to access the web edition.)
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Refactoring
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Martin Fowler is a renowned software engineer, author, and speaker, known for his contributions to the field of software development and design. He is the Chief Scientist at ThoughtWorks and has written several influential books, including "Refactoring: Improving the Design of Existing Code," "Patterns of Enterprise Application Architecture," and "Domain Specific Languages." His writing style is characterized by clarity and practical insights, making complex topics accessible to both novice and experienced developers. Fowler is also a thought leader in Agile methodology and continuous integration, advocating for best practices in modern software development.
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