Every year, brilliant graduates join the software industry only to discover that academic excellence doesn’t automatically translate to professional success. Many young software engineers find themselves thrown into the deep end of the corporate world without a guide. A harsh truth of the corporate world – Everyone will get a manager, but very rarely is one blessed with a competent & fully-available mentor. Post-covid work norms of WFH and geographically distributed teams have aggravated the situation. What options do the mentor-less have? Let life teach them in the school of experience one day at a time? Wouldn’t it be great if you could just download years of experience from a seasoned expert in the field? Well, now you can.
EXCELLENCE by Cladius Fernando provides the tools to bridge this intimidating gap between theory and practice. It’s the mentor-in-a-book that every young engineer needs. What makes this book particularly valuable is his experience in mentorship at scale. Having trained and worked with hundreds of software engineers hands-on, he has carefully distilled two decades of experience into actionable insights. The scope of this work extends far beyond mere technical proficiency. Excellence addresses vital areas often overlooked in traditional education: work-life balance, effective communication, relationship management, and navigating corporate culture.
Skip the painful learning curve. Invest in yourself today and earn dividends in the future.
“This book is more than a technical guide; it’s a mentor in print.”
Dr. Anand Deshpande, Founder & Chairman of Persistent Systems.
“It’s a roadmap to excellence, penned by someone who embodies the very essence of the title.”
Dr. Pandurang Kamat, Chief Technology Officer, Persistent Systems Limited
Through engaging personal anecdotes and practical examples, Cladius shares the pivotal moments and hard-earned lessons that shaped his career. This isn’t just theory – it’s battle-tested advice from someone who has been in the trenches and helped others succeed.
Don’t just survive your transition to professional software engineering – excel at it.
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What other readers are saying about the book
“Unputdownable!!! Who could say that about a training book that too in IT?? It actually reads like a novel. Moreover, The book is funny while providing a veteran’s guidance to the chaos a new developer faces in the IT world.”
“Excellence effectively bridges the gap between academic theory and professional practice. He provides insights that are relatable and inspiring, enriched by practical analogies and examples. As someone who has seen Cladius grow into a seasoned leader, I can attest to his engaging and effective mentorship style. His insights are both timely and timeless. This book is an enjoyable and enriching read for engineers at all levels.“
“Excellence is a practical and insightful guide tailored for fresh graduates entering the corporate world, especially aspiring software engineers. Its conversational tone and real-world examples make it engaging and relatable, offering readers a clear roadmap to thrive in their job.“
“The journey from college to corporate is very difficult. This book helps the new professionals to take the step strongly. Strongly recommend this book.“
“If you’re looking for a book that delivers distilled, practical wisdom on being a successful software engineer, this is it. It feels like sitting down with an industry expert for a one-on-one session where they share all the refined knowledge they’ve accumulated over decades.”
“Loved the book, it was an amazing reading experience. Well most people believe this is great for career-starters, but doesn’t matter how many years of experience you have, this book unfolds some unique insights & experiences. You can feel the impact & experience of the author from every statement. Or what GenZ calls “Aura”. Definitely should give a try.”
“Must read for aspiring software engineer. This book focused on bridging the gap between college and professional world. Explained everything in the journey very well, which is engaging and feels relatable. Its definitely a page-turner!”
“A key insight from this book truly resonated with me. The author emphasizes excellence over perfection, believing that success lies in being the best version of oneself rather than chasing an impossible ideal. His perspective — ‘I don’t want you to be the best programmer in the world, I just want you to be the best programmer that you can be.’ — is both inspiring and relatable. This book is a must-read for anyone striving for personal and professional growth. Highly recommended!”