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Although in this book I focus on the art and science of software development, a thorough picture of a programmer’s life entails quite a bit more. A great deal of outside experience ultimately influences your qualities as a software developer. For me the key peripheral activities for success are reading and walking.

The best source of inspirational reading in our rapidly changing world is a good library. Here you’ll discover various trade and technical magazines and the library may also subscribe to online services that you wouldn’t otherwise consider investigating. You should periodically research the state-of-the-art business use of computers as well as strategic advancements happening in yours and related industries. I also recommend a broad general reading of a variety of background magazines: you never know when a strange juxtaposition of unrelated ideas will lead you to a new breakthrough.

I must emphasize the true value of walking. Not only does it clear your head of the clutter and confusions of political interests, the rhythm of your legs and the change of natural scenery will enlighten you to the proper balance in your designs. It will help you create a more naturalistic and organic path for your growth. Walk. Read.