Software Craftsmanship Using AI

This book is also a modern take on software design fundamentals. To be able to scrutinize AI-generated code and to be able to guide AI effectively to better results, one should understand the theory behind software design. It starts with basics like clean function design and object-oriented principles, then advances to SOLID principles, design patterns, and Onion architecture. Readers will learn essential testing methods, including unit, integration, and acceptance tests using BDD and Specflow. The guide covers API development, focusing on security, validation, error handling, and external system integration. It also explains CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, including build and deployment pipelines with YAML configurations.