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Re:E.W. Dijkstra Archive: The Humble Programmer by f_allwein on Sunday June 19, 2016 @06:59AM (#11932541)
For writing, The Elements of Style by Strunk/ White is a classic I still found useful. Plus, as has been said, read a lot of good prose.

Similarly for public speaking, practice makes perfect. Check out Toastmasters International - a nonprofit that is running clubs all over the world where members can improve their public speaking skills in a supportive environment. Worked for me.

http://www.toastmasters.org

Re:E.W. Dijkstra Archive: The Humble Programmer by kevindeasis on Sunday June 19, 2016 @07:04AM (#11932550)
Fascinating, I wasn't even aware there were lots of toastmaster clubs in my city. Thanks for the heads up, I'll check them out!
Re:E.W. Dijkstra Archive: The Humble Programmer by f_allwein on Sunday June 19, 2016 @08:45AM (#11932780)
Yes, they're a bit of an open secret in that many people who would love them never even hear about them.