In this unique book, the most authoritative software developers share their experience of original solutions to problems that confronted them when implementing large IT projects. With the help of this publication, the reader will have the opportunity to put himself in the shoes of leading programmers, see with his own eyes the problems that arose during the implementation of various projects, and go through a fascinating path to overcome them. Opinion articles selected and edited by Greg Wilson, editor of Dr. Dobb's Journal", one of the most authoritative IT publications in the world, as well as O'Reilly editor Andy Oram. The list of contributors alone makes this book a true bestseller, with contributions from renowned professionals such as Charles Petzold, John Bentley, Tim Bray, Brian Kernighan, and thirty-four other software development experts.