The Elements of C# Style is for all C# practitioners, especially those working in teams where consistency is critical. Like previous Elements titles, the text furnishes a set of rules for writing clear, comprehensible and easy-to maintain code; this time for C#. The authors offer a collection of standards and guidelines for creating solid C# that can save time, effort and expense. The book provides conventions for:
- formatting
- naming
- documentation
- programming
- packaging
for C# 2.0 and includes discussion of advanced topics such as generics.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars Indispensable Tool
I’ve been working with C# since before it was in pre-release, and I still find myself cracking this book open a couple of times a week to look over the formatting recommendations it makes. The consistency I get by using this tool (book) makes my code easier to review by others, and easier to follow when I have to go back and fix bugs. I keep a copy of it on my desk at work and at home, and a third copy in my laptop bag. The index is great and I never have a problem finding what I need almost instantly. In fact, I often read the sections around the one I need as a quick review. I really love it.
5 Stars A necessity for any professional C# programmer
Some of this was review, some reminders, some teaching. Overall it is probably one of the best books I have ever invested in to improve my programming quality.
5 Stars All the “elements” of a great book
If you are new to C# or are wanting to start writing cleaner, more efficient, more professional, and just plain smarter code, this is a must-read. These guys definitely know their stuff and give some excellent tips. It’s light and quick-read, easy to pick up and read a bit during down times, short enough to power through in one sitting, and serves as a great reference. For the money, this is one of the best books I’ve bought in a long time.
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