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Dsdm Dynamic Systems Development Method: The Method in Practice
by Jennifer Stapleton.
A very readable book which examines the subject of RAD using the DSDM framework.
Hardcover

Object-Oriented Software Engineering : A Use Case Driven Approach
by Ivar Jacobson.
An early object oriented book.
Hardcover

Programming Pearls
By Jon Bentley.
This book is really a series of insightful essays on computer programming. Bentley provides enough fresh insights to make this a real bookshelf treasure.
Paperback

Wicked Problems, Righteous Solutions: A Catalogue of Modern Software Engineering Paradigms
By Peter DeGrace and Leslie Stahl.
A good, solid look at various software engineering methodologies. The authors bring readablity and insight to this important topic. If you write software, or if you manage development teams, you need to own this book.
Paperback

Conceptual Blockbusting
By James L. Adams.
This small book only costs $9.60. It will stir your thinking about creativity, and the barriors we face in getting to a solution. This quick read is worth having.
Paperback

Testing Computer Software
By Cem Kaner, Jack Falk, and Hung Quoc Nguyen.
If you test software, buy this book. The authors have "been there and done that" at some of the top commercial software firms in Silicon Valley. One of the best on this topic.
Paperback

What Every Software Manager Must Know to Succeed with Object Technology
by John Williams.
The title of the book says it all!
Hardcover

Advanced Object-Oriented Analysis
by James Odell.
A in-depth read from an object oriented technology expert.
Hardcover

The Data Warehouse Toolkit: Practical Techniques for Building Dimensional Data Warehouses
by Ralph Kimball.
Probably one of the best two books out there on this subject. If you are building a data warehouse, this book is worth having.
Paperback

Building a Data Warehouse for Decision Support
by Vidette Poe, Patricia Klauer, and Stephen Brobst.
The other one of the best two books on this subject. I know many data warehouse consultants who consider this their bible on the topic.
Paperback

Software Project Survival Guide : How to Be Sure Your First Important Project Isn't Your Last
by Steve McConnell.
Another new, important book from Steve. This one has specific steps for project managers to follow.
Hardcover

Rapid Development: Taming Wild Software Schedules
by Steve McConnell.
A big, thick book full of wisdom. Steve reveals project secrets he learned at Microsoft. Excellent section on mistakes to avoid.
Paperback

Managing Software Maniacs
by Ken Whitaker.
Who couldn't use some good advice for this challenging activity?
Hardcover

Third Wave Project Management: A Handbook for Managing the Complex Information System for the 1990s
by Rob Thomsett.
Rob has remarkable insight into this important activity. One of the best books out there covering project management.
Paperback

Death March : The Complete Software Developer's Guide to Surviving 'Mission Impossible' Projects
by Edward Yourdon.
Ed's newest book reinforces familiar themes and presents much food for thought.
Hardcover

Information Ecology: Mastering the Information and Knowledge Environment
by Thomas H. Davenport.
In this book, Tom reinforces his continuing themes regarding the human and political use of information. A good read for gaining a new perspective managing on your company's information assets.
Hardcover

Process Innovation: Reengineering Work Through Information Technology
by Thomas H. Davenport.
Looking for a book which gets specific on IT's role in reengineering efforts? This is it.
Hardcover

The Mythical Man-Month: Essays on Software Engineering
by Frederick P. Brooks, Jr.
A classic of the profession. Required on everyone's bookshelf.
Paperback

Peopleware: Productive Projects and Teams
by Tom Demarco and Timothy Lister.
Still one of my favorites. One of the first great books to address the people side of software development.
Paperback

Object Solutions: Managing the Object-Oriented Project
by Grady Booch.
This book offers Grady's important insights into the object oriented paradigm.
Hardcover

Best of Booch
by Grady Booch.
This book is chock full of insights from Grady.
Hardcover

Process Patterns
by Scott Ambler.
Building Large-Scale Systems Using Object Technology.
Paperback

The Patterns Handbook
by Linda Rising and James Coplien.
Techniques, Strategies, and Applications (Sigs Reference Library , No 13).
Paperback

Building Object Applications that Work
by Scott Ambler.
An excellent read on the practical side of object technology implementations.
Hardcover

Designing Object-Oriented Software
by Rebecca Wirfs-Brock, Brian Wilkerson, and Lauren Wiener.
Looking for an academic understanding of object orientation? This book lays the foundation.
Hardcover

Object-Oriented Modeling and Design
by James Rumbaugh, Michael Blaha, William Premerlani, and Frederick Eddy.
A classic book describing an important object oriented development methodology.
Hardcover

201 Principles of Software Development
by Alan M. Davis.
A great common sense primer on software engineering principals.
Hardcover

Managing at the Speed of Change: How Resilient Managers Succeed and Prosper Where Others Fail
by Daryl R. Conner.
This excellent book addresses the fundamentals of change management.
Hardcover

Managing Technical People: Innovation, Teamwork, and the Software Process
by Watts Humphrey.
Watts gives his insights into the challenges of identifying, motivating, and working with creative technical people.
Hardcover

Journey of the Software Professional
by Luke Hohmann.
Luke has "been there, done that" - a great book from a true IT professional. Fundamentals mixed with practical advice.
Paperback

How to Run Successful Projects II : The Silver Bullet
by Fergus O'Connell.
A specific look at the activities involved in running a development project.
Hardcover

Reengineering the Corporation: A Manifesto for Business Revolution
by Michael Hammer and James Champy.
If you have not read this yet, you should. Even if you are not doing BPR, the techniques are useful addition to the MIS professional's skillset.
Paperback

Information Systems Policies and Procedures Manual
By George Jenkins.
This is the well regarded Prentice Hall book which is sold successfully through direct mailings. From Amazon it is 30% off list!
Hardcover

Information Technology Audit Handbook
By Doug Dayton.
Another Prentice Hall book which is sold successfully through direct mailings. Also 30% off list! Guidelines and worksheets included.
Hardcover