So Good They Can't Ignore You (C. Newport)

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This incredibly popular book from Cal Newport isn't a programming book, but came readily recommended nonetheless. The main point of So Good They Can't Ignore You is that you shouldn't follow your passion. Instead, you should do something valuable and become really good at it. Passion will follow.

It's a controversial point of view, but that's also why it became such a popular book. Even if you disagree, it's well worth reading to understand the points Newport makes and how that can apply to your career in software development.