I had similarly dismissed it until a computer science professor allowed us to read and write about it to test out of a (boring) final. I had already been taught

I had similarly dismissed it until a computer science professor allowed us to read and write about it to test out of a (boring) final. I had already been taught the 7 principles from a high school class, but the book itself far exceeded my expectations with its specific advice, anecdotes, and perspectives. I now own a copy for future reference.