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Smart & Gets Things Done
By: Joel Spolsky
A must-read for anyone who hires, manages or works with skilled professionals
Written by Joel Spolsky, co-founder of Stack Overflow and Fog Creek Software, Smart & Gets Things Done offers a clear framework for finding exceptional developers. It is valuable for hiring managers, team leads and engineers who want to understand what truly sets top talent apart. Short, direct and filled with practical advice, it remains as relevant today as when it was first published.