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Clean Code: A Handbook of Agile Software Craftsmanship (Robert C. Martin Series)
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Bestselling author Robert C. Martin brings new life and updated code to his beloved Clean Code book
With Clean Code, Second Edition, Robert C. Martin ("Uncle Bob") reinvigorates the classic guide to software craftsmanship with updated insights, broader scope, and enriched content. This new edition--a comprehensive rewrite of the original bestseller--is poised to transform the way developers approach coding, fostering a deeper commitment to the craft of writing clean, flexible, and maintainable code.
The book is divided into four parts: basic coding practices, design principles and heuristics, high-level architecture, and the ethics of craftsmanship. It challenges readers to critically evaluate code quality and reassess their professional values, ultimately guiding them to produce better software. This edition includes expanded coverage of testing disciplines, design and architecture principles, and multiple programming languages.
- Design and architecture principles integrated with coding practices
- Coverage of more languages, including Java, JavaScript, Go, Python, Clojure, C#, and C
- Case studies for practical exercises in code transformation
- Techniques for writing good names, functions, objects, and classes
- Strategies for formatting code for maximum readability
- Comprehensive error handling and testing practices
- Productive use of AI tools for coding
- Soft skills and the ethics of programming
- SOLID principles of software design
- Management of dependencies for flexible and reusable code
- Professional practices and trade-offs in object-oriented design
Clean Code, Second Edition, underscores the importance of evolving software craftsmanship to meet contemporary challenges. Offering a deeper exploration of testing, design, and architecture, alongside universal coding principles applicable across various programming languages, this edition is set to be an indispensable resource for developers, engineers, and project managers. It not only aims to enhance technical skills but also to cultivate a professional ethos that values clean, flexible, and sustainable code.
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- ISBN-100135398576
- ISBN-13978-0135398579
- Edition2nd
- PublisherAddison-Wesley Professional
- Publication dateOctober 18, 2025
- LanguageEnglish
- Dimensions7 x 1.35 x 9.13 inches
- Print length672 pages
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What can readers expect to learn?
Discover proven techniques for writing clear, maintainable, and efficient code, with practical strategies for refactoring, naming, and structuring functions and classes. Gain insights into identifying and eliminating code smells, fostering collaborative development, and implementing agile principles in daily workflows. Learn how to create robust unit tests, manage dependencies, and build software that stands the test of time—empowering teams to deliver higher-quality solutions with confidence and consistency.
Ideal for software developers, engineers, technical leads, and coders of any experience level committed to elevating code quality and fostering agile practices. Perfect for professionals in enterprise, startup, or open-source environments who value maintainable, efficient, and collaborative software solutions. Also highly relevant for computer science students, educators, and anyone passionate about mastering the principles of clean, professional coding in real-world projects.
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About the author
Robert C. Martin (“Uncle Bob”) is a renowned software engineer, consultant, and thought leader with over five decades of experience in the industry. As a co-author of the Agile Manifesto and founder of Uncle Bob Consulting, he has shaped modern software development practices worldwide. Martin’s influential works, including Clean Code, Clean Agile and Clean Architecture, are widely adopted by professionals seeking excellence in code quality and agile methodologies. His dedication to craftsmanship and his engaging presentations have earned him international recognition, making him a trusted authority in software engineering.
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Praise for the First Edition of Clean Code
"Clean Code has changed the way I develop and maintain software in so many ways. It defines so well how code should be written, and I have not only learnt much from this book but have also put into practice many of its gems. I can honestly say that having gone on this journey, it is once again a pleasure to develop software and look at code that you are proud to have written."
--Steve Roberts, head of IT
"Reading Clean Code validated my inner sense of how software should be written, while also improving the quality of my work by teaching me things I didn't know. I'm grateful for this book and others by the same author as they remain fundamental prerequisites, even in the age of AI."
--Milos Baic, developer and solution architect
"[Clean Code] was the single most influential thing that I encountered in my career. Provided I was in a team that adhered to it, it took a lot of stress away as the code was suddenly more understandable and thus easier to maintain. To design something with testability in mind eliminated a lot of complexity in design and maintenance. Above all, it made programming feel cozy and fun again. The feeling gets stronger when you move from poor to a cleaner code base."
--Žarko Stojanović, staff software engineer
About the Author
Robert C. Martin (Uncle Bob) has been a programmer and software development expert since 1970. He is founder of Uncle Bob Consulting, LLC, and cofounder with his son Micah Martin of The Clean Coders LLC. Martin has published dozens of articles in various trade journals and is a regular speaker at international conferences and trade shows. He is the author of many books, including Agile Software Development: Principles, Patterns, and Practices; UML for Java Programmers; Clean Code; The Clean Coder; Clean Architecture; Clean Agile; Clean Craftsmanship; and Functional Design. Martin served for three years as editor-in-chief of the C++ Report and as the first chairman of the Agile Alliance.
Product details
- Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
- Publication date : October 18, 2025
- Edition : 2nd
- Language : English
- Print length : 672 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0135398576
- ISBN-13 : 978-0135398579
- Item Weight : 2.48 pounds
- Dimensions : 7 x 1.35 x 9.13 inches
- Part of series : Robert C. Martin Series
- Best Sellers Rank: #39,754 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #9 in Software Design & Engineering
- #10 in Software Testing
- #26 in Software Development (Books)
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Robert Cecil Martin (colloquially known as Uncle Bob) is an American software engineer and author. He is a co-author of the Agile Manifesto.
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