Books

A curated collection of books spanning artificial intelligence, software architecture, and leadership that have shaped my approach to building systems and leading teams.

Artificial Intelligence

Books exploring AI, machine learning, and the future of technology.

Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI

by Karen Hao

2024

A comprehensive exploration of how artificial intelligence is reshaping our world and the implications for society.

How AI Thinks

by Nigel Toon

2024

An insightful look into the cognitive processes and decision-making mechanisms of artificial intelligence systems.

Artificial Intelligence: A Guide for Thinking Humans

by Melanie Mitchell

2019

A leading computer scientist brings human sense to the AI bubble, offering a captivating account of modern-day artificial intelligence.

AI Agents in Action

by Micheal Lanham

2025

Create LLM-powered autonomous agents and intelligent assistants tailored to your business and personal needs.

Leadership & Management

Leading teams with clarity, accountability, and strong communication.

Leading with Questions: How Leaders Discover Powerful Answers by Knowing How and What to Ask

by Michael J. Marquardt & Bob Tiede

2023

A unique and powerful strategy for leading others through the art of questioning.

Boundaries for Leaders: Results, Relationships, and Being Ridiculously in Charge

by Henry Cloud

2013

Essential principles for setting healthy boundaries that drive results and improve team dynamics.

Surrounded by Idiots: The Four Types of Human Behavior and How to Effectively Communicate with Each in Business (and in Life)

by Thomas Erikson

2019

Understanding different personality types and how to communicate effectively with each behavioural style.

Software Architecture

System design, architecture, and software engineering principles.

Designing Data-Intensive Applications: The Big Ideas Behind Reliable, Scalable, and Maintainable Systems

by Martin Kleppmann

2017

An in-depth guide to building reliable, scalable, and maintainable data systems.

Domain-Driven Design: Tackling Complexity in the Heart of Software

by Eric Evans

2003

A systematic approach to domain-driven design, presenting extensive design best practices and fundamental principles.

Domain-Driven Refactoring: Hands-on techniques for transforming monolithic systems into microservices

by Alessandro Ghidini & Alberto Brandolini

2025

Practical techniques for transforming monolithic systems into microservices using domain-driven design principles.

Rust for Rustaceans: Idiomatic Programming for Experienced Developers

by Jon Gjengset

2021

Master professional-level coding in Rust with advanced concepts, best practices, and real-world applications.

Building Evolutionary Architectures: Support Constant Change

by Neal Ford, Rebecca Parsons & Patrick Kua

2017

Learn how to build software architectures that can evolve and adapt to changing requirements over time.

Engineering Performance & DevOps

Delivery speed, reliability, and culture backed by research.

Accelerate: The Science of Lean Software and DevOps

by Nicole Forsgren, Jez Humble & Gene Kim

2018

Evidence-based practices that drive software delivery performance and organisational outcomes.

Entrepreneurship & Product

Building businesses customers love: discovery, systems, and execution.

The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It

by Michael E. Gerber

1995

Work on your business, not just in it—systemise to scale.

The Mom Test: How to Talk to Customers and Learn If Your Business is a Good Idea When Everyone is Lying to You

by Rob Fitzpatrick

2013

Better customer interviews: ask about life, not your idea; seek commitments.

Personal Development

Clarity, values, and practical life philosophy for builders and leaders.

Principles: Life and Work

by Ray Dalio

2017

Life and management principles for clear thinking, learning, and decision-making.

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck

by Mark Manson

2016

Choose better values; focus your limited attention on what truly matters.