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Human recommendations, with the source and context kept intact.
How items will be picked
3+ peopleIndependent people sharing a recommendation.
3+ monthsRepeated interest, beyond a single viral thread.
Original contextRead why people recommend it, with links to the discussion.
This collection is not live yet. Recommendations and source evidence will be checked before publication.
A look at the format
Illustrative examples, not verified HN picks. Images are typographic placeholders; recommendation evidence has not been collected.
Harold Abelson, Gerald Jay SussmanStructure and Interpretation of Computer Programs1985
ExampleStructure and Interpretation of Computer Programs
Harold Abelson, Gerald Jay Sussman · 1985
Example · HN evidence not collected
Martin KleppmannDesigning Data-Intensive Applications2017
ExampleDesigning Data-Intensive Applications
Martin Kleppmann · 2017
Example · HN evidence not collected
Frederick P. Brooks Jr.The Mythical Man-Month1975
ExampleThe Mythical Man-Month
Frederick P. Brooks Jr. · 1975
Example · HN evidence not collected
Douglas HofstadterGödel, Escher, Bach1979
ExampleGödel, Escher, Bach
Douglas Hofstadter · 1979
Example · HN evidence not collected