Do read those books, but don't take them as gospel, and don't be afraid to use your own judgement. Both have some flaws and highly subjective advice in them, a

Do read those books, but don't take them as gospel, and don't be afraid to use your own judgement. Both have some flaws and highly subjective advice in them, and if something doesn't seem to add up, it's very possible that there's a better way. Try things out and see how they fit.