Originally Posted by
Beldaran
They are good books for someone who wants to develop a professional level of skill. The contents of those books will be a substantive part of actual job interview questions, and they provide an intellectual foundation for the practical craft of software development.
I did not say he had to master every concept on every page, but that he should test the depth of his interest and aptitude by reading them.
Then maybe you shouldn't be giving programming career advice to Anthony.