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Books by David Heinemeier Hansson

David Heinemeier Hansson is a Danish programmer, entrepreneur, and racing driver. Best known as the creator of the Ruby on Rails web development framework, he is also a partner at Basecamp, with whose co-founder Jason Fried he has written four books.

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It Doesn't Have to Be Crazy at Work

David Heinemeier Hansson

Tired of the constant hustle and workplace chaos? Discover how to build a thriving business without the burnout. This summary teaches you to prioritize calm, protect your time, and ditch the stress-inducing habits of modern corporate life. It's time to work smarter, not longer.

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Rework

David Heinemeier Hansson

Work fewer hours. Stay small. Don’t accept outside investors. Don’t look at the competition. Say “no” to your best ideas. “Rework” is full of counterintuitive advice to create a lasting and successful company. By offering a fresh look at established business practices, Fried and Hansson provide actionable advice on how you, and anyone else, can build a sustainable business.

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