This collection, written vividly and interestingly, contains practical recommendations for project management, formed as a result of a synthesis of management principles and the author's rich practical experience, and is designed to help improve project management in any software (and not only) company. We touched upon various aspects of creating software and managing this process, expressed original ideas about the essence of software, how to motivate professionals, and much more. This book will be useful not only for those who are engaged in software production. A manager of any level will read it with interest.