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title: Joel on Software
date: "2001-08-09T12:00:00Z"
categories:
  - links
wp_id: 1714
description: I recommend Joel Spolsky's writing on software development, specifically his insight that good software takes ten years. It is a foundational read for understanding the long-term dedication and refinement required to build successful products.
keywords: [joel spolsky, software development, product lifecycle, software engineering, long-term planning, joel on software]
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[Joel](http://www.joelonsoftware.com/) writes on software. "[Good software takes 10 years](http://www.joelonsoftware.com/stories/storyReader$368)" is a good read.