Learning to code? That’s easy but what’s difficult is to learn to become an exceptional programmer. As Stephen King said, “Books are a uniquely portable magic”, they teach you more than just technical aspects but also how technicalities combined with a human conscience can make you an exceptional programmer. These books for programmers are a must-read for those, who are just starting out and dream of becoming an in-demand programmer.

1. Don’t Make Me Think, Revisited: A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability

This is one of the most recommended books for programmers. This book talks about the principles of intuitive navigation and information design. Author Steve Krug holds you through the book with his light writing with a touch of wit. This book talks about common sense and practicality, and is very short and illustrated.

2. Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship

This book is not about how to code but it talks about the difference between coding and advanced coding that is efficient, easy to understand and clean. Clean codes make the difference that will take you from being a coder to a brilliant coder. Author Robert C. Martin talks about the importance of clean codes. You learn the patterns, principles and practices of clean coding.

3. Python Programming: An Introduction to Computer Science

This book is most suitable to learn as the first computing course as it talks about the basic concepts of computer science and programming. It covers a lot of concepts in very easy-to-understand language.

4. The Self-Taught Programmer: The Definitive Guide to Programming Professionally

This is one of the best books for programmers because it is for self-taught programmers. It helps the self-taught programmers to polish their skills and includes topics like fundamentals of computer architecture and algorithms, object-oriented computer programming for beginners, coding practices for software development, etc.

5. The Pragmatic Programmer: From Journeyman to Master

This book weaves stories and anecdotes to give you highly valuable advice. It gives real-life practical tips through engaging storytelling. It dives into discussions like how to harness the power of basic tools, bulletproof code, etc.

So, are you ready to learn to code? Read these books for programmers to take your learning to the next level and take a few faster steps to become a brilliant programmer.