Discover effective strategies for tackling technical texts in this RubyConf 2021 talk. Learn how to approach challenging engineering and development books, enhancing your reading skills and knowledge acquisition. Explore concrete techniques used by engaged readers, including connecting ideas, questioning content, and visualizing concepts. Gain insights on maintaining focus, extracting valuable information, and applying these skills to various technical materials, including code reviews. Equip yourself with practical tools to maximize learning from technical literature and improve your overall comprehension of complex subjects in the field of software development.
I Read It But Don’t Get It, or How to Tackle Technical Texts