Code Complete, 2nd Edition

Key Points

• Every programming language has strengths and weaknesses. Be aware of the specific strengths and weaknesses of the language you're using.

• Establish programming conventions before you begin programming. It's nearly impossible to change code to match them later.

• More construction practices exist than you can use on any single project. Consciously choose the practices that are best suited to your project.

• Ask yourself whether the programming practices you're using are a response to the programming language you're using or controlled by it. Remember to program into the language, rather than programming in it.

• Your position on the technology wave determines what approaches will be effective—or even possible. Identify where you are on the technology ...