[sdiy] (OT) theory of programming/philosophy of programming books?

[Giles Ward]

> I have been spending a lot of time lately with C, mainly for the AVR, and I am learning a lot of the commands, and am getting pretty good at modifying other peoples code.
> But I am looking for some books which might go beyond just learning one particular language, books which might give some insight into how to attack specific types of problems, etc.
> 
> Philosophy of programming? or theory books.
> 
> I looked on Amazon but there were so many books I didnt know where to start.
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> any advice appreciated.

Code Complete by Steve McConnell is a good read.