Internet Essentials for Developers
Master the foundations on which modern software is built and jump to the next level in your career.
- Decode the technical language of senior developers.
- Become a respected colleague everyone asks for advice.
Are you too busy coding to see the bigger picture?
For much of my development career, I ignored the technology on which modern software is built. I focused solely on new features, code style, and readability. Nothing else. This mindset slowed my career growth:
- I struggled to design software.
- I was confused by words like HTTP, SSL, & DNS.
- I avoided discussions with senior developers.
So I spent 13 years reaching a level that should have taken just 5. Once I identified the gaps in my knowledge and filled them, everything changed.
When I understood the capabilities of the internet, I began designing software with confidence, used technical language effectively, and ultimately became the top-earning developer on my team.
Now I’m sharing what I’ve learnt about the internet with you, so you can achieve your potential as a developer in months, not years.
How This Book Will Help You
Learn the internet fundamentals that 99% of developers overlook
Master technical language to communicate confidently with senior engineers
Impress interviewers with well-crafted answers to internet-related questions
Build the confidence to design software as well as implement it
Become the go-to team member everyone turns to for advice
Book Outline
Four steps to internet mastery.
Part I: Communicating on the Internet
Discover the technology that powers global communication networks.
- What Developers Need To Know About the Internet
- How DNS Connects Users to Your Website
- The Internet Revolution That Changed Development Forever
- Coding Job Day #1 HTTP Guide
Part II: Developing for the Internet
Master strategies for building software that leverages the internet.
- Avoid These 6 Mistakes To Build Joyful REST APIs
- The 4 Ways Developers Run Backend Code on the Internet
- Common Mistakes When Making HTTP Requests
Part III: Security on the Internet
Learn how to build secure software and protect it from potential attacks.
- The Non-Maths Guide to Encryption
- A Developer’s Simple Guide to Certificates
- How To Write Secure Code in an Insecure Browser
- Why Developers Can’t Live Without CORS
- Mastering Secure User Authentication
Part IV: Scaling on the Internet
Scale projects efficiently using the internet to handle growing demand.
- Cloud Computing Building Blocks for Developers
- Strategies to Ensure Your Application is Always Available
- What Happens When the Internet Runs Out of IP Addresses?
Here's What You Get
Everything you need to master the language of the internet.
Access to the 130-page ebook
EPUB version optimized for Kindle
PDF version compatible with all devices
Lifetime access with all future updates included
Practical lessons with an accompanying GitHub repository
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