Newsletter — Week 20 Highlights (2026)
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Top 3 books this week (May 11–17, 2026)
SQL Queries for Mere Mortals: A Hands-On Guide to Data Manipulation in SQL, 4th Edition
— Mentioned in a thread about learning SQL, HN commenters recommended it as a practical alternative to online tutorials, emphasizing the hands-on approach for data manipulation.Software Engineering Mathematics (Sei Series in Software Engineering)
— Recommended as a starting point for understanding formal methods, HN commenters noted that it provides a rundown of notation and concepts essential for various systems.Practical TLA+: Planning Driven Development
— Mentioned in discussions about formal methods, HN commenters recommended TLA+ for its applicability in distributed systems and as a foundational tool for understanding various formal systems.
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