Gifts For Geeks That Want to Get Things Done
December 10, 2009
By: Jeff Manson
Author's Website: http://www.adrhi.com
I wanted to share a couple books that are perfect gifts. They are also worth picking up and reading yourself.
The first book I would recommend is “Getting Real” by 37signals. It is written by the guys that developed: Basecamp, Campfire, Backpack, Whiteboard and Ta-da list. They develop all their products in Ruby on rails because it is a full-stack, open source web framework that makes writing real-world applications quick and easy. 37signal’s philosophy is about keeping things simple and easy for the user. More options are not necessarily better. Don’t make the user think and keep the noise to a minimum. Just make applications that work and users will continue to use them. We have tried to follow the same philosophy when developing my IDX search and Lead management system. Thanks to Justin for turning me onto this book!
The second book “You2” by Price Pritchett is not a tech book. It is a book for people who are interested in multiplying their personal effectiveness in quantum leaps instead of slow incremental steps. It will definitely help you think out of the box and keep you focused.
Both are great easy books to read. Enjoy!
- Stumble it!
- Categories: General, Marketing
Enjoy this post? Subscribe to the Geek Estate Blog feed or get updates via e-mail
Comments
View Comments
bushworlda on December 15, 2009 2:07 am
Mbt trainers catch the fashion,Mbt sport black and Mbt m walk shoes encouraging an active healthy lifestyle
vitamin b komplex on December 15, 2009 4:35 am
Hi,
Thank you very much for sharing books.Both books seems very interesting by title but i will go with second first.
gisnap on December 23, 2009 9:27 am
Its really cool, I came to know this really worth visiting, just bookmarked your site.
http://gisnap.com/
The place where fun never ends
wholesale valentine gifts on December 29, 2009 1:53 am
How to Buy Christmas Gifts for my Sister-in-Law. I need tips so that I can use for next christmas.
Free Stuff online on January 1, 2010 8:07 am
You2 looks intersting, i have always wanted know how to travel through time! lol!