Test Contra-variance

Do you write unit tests? Yes, of course!Do you write them first? Yes, I follow the three laws of TDD.What is the difference in module structure between your tests and your code? I create one test class per production class.So if you have a production class named User you will … | Continue reading


@cleancoder.com | 55 years ago

Thought Police

Let me tell you the sad story of Edward. Poor Edward is an escalator operator working for a company named Escalators-R-Us (ERU). ERU had noticed that people less than the average height (short people) tend not to become escalator operators. In fact, at ERU, only 20% of escalat … | Continue reading


@cleancoder.com | 55 years ago

A taste of Emilia

An all-round tour of the culinary history of Emilia Romagna region. You will stay in Reggio Emilia, in an ancient palace that was completely renovated and still retains its old charm while providing all modern comforts. 2 days 1 night - starting from  € 170,00  per person (min. … | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Bologna fotografata. Tre secoli di sguardi

Due to the numer of visitors, the exhibition Bologna fotografata. Tre secoli di sguardi (Photographed Bologna. Three centuries of glances) set up by Cineteca di Bologna in the Sottopasso di Piazza Re | Continue reading


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Bologna: the sound of music from classic to jazz

An extraordinary  journey that dates back to the eighteenth century and comes to the roaring Italian Fifties.  Starting from € 25.00 per person | Continue reading


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Bologna and the surrounding hills

The hills surrounding Bologna: a paradise a few steps from the city, which is characterized by green meadows, fields and vineyards, where you can escape in search of relaxation and nature. A journey among small villages and local cellars.  2 days 1 night - starting from  € 160.0 … | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Bologna and the “good life”

Two days in a holiday farm, located in a family farmhouse surrounded by the Bologna hills. A stay in the name of tradition, the environment and quality. 2 days 1 night - starting from  € 210,00 per person (min. 2 people) | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Italian Art Cities - Firenze

Visit other great Italian Art Cities departing from Bologna!  Enjoy excursions to Florence.  Every day, upon request,  € 100.00  per person - min. 4 persons | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Tools are not the Answer

I just finished reading an extremely depressing article in The Atlantic entitled: The Coming Software Apocalypse. The article does a good job, at first, of describing several terrible software bugs that have harmed, maimed, and killed people. But then the article veers off in a … | Continue reading


@cleancoder.com | 55 years ago

Bologna the land of taste and motors

Trust us, when it comes to City of Motors and City of Food, the "food-motors" mash up is quite obvious. Discover the traditional excellences of this rich land, between slow food and fast cars. 4 days 3 nights - starting from  € 655.00   per person (min. 2 people) | Continue reading


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Undergrounds of Bologna: Conserva di Valverde

Would you like to know where the water for the Fountain of Neptune come from? This tour is for you! Every Friday   € 15.00  per person. | Continue reading


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The Way of the Gods

Dating back to the time of the Etruscans and still in existence today between Emilia Romagna and Tuscany, the " Way of the Gods" is a  route that has connected Bologna to Florence for thousands of years,  famous for its amazing  landscapes. 5 days 4 nights - starting from € 375 … | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Tour of Emilia Romagna Medieval towns

Emilia Romanga is a Region full of magical and enchanting places. Starting from Bologna, discover on this five days tour one-of-a-kind small or big Villages: medieval, perched on the steep mountains or on the gentle hills of Emilia Romagna. 5 days 4 nights - starting from  € 490 … | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

The Land of Motors: Ferrari, Pagani and Lamborghini

This tour will take you to the sacred land of the 4 wheels! You will visit the car and motorcycle museums and the world's most precious collections of vintage cars. Every Friday starting from  € 124.00 per person | Continue reading


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Bologna Tourist Flight

An exhilarating flight that reveals the city of Bologna and its monuments from a very unusual point of view. Every day starting from  € 150.00 per person - min. 3 persons | Continue reading


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Kids Treasure Hunt Tour

A walk among the most famous squares of Bologna, with a visit to the most traditional basilicas.  You will follow a map, and discover the symbols of Bologna with a real treasure hunt!  Everyday starting from  € 38  per person | Continue reading


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Vespa Tour

Can’t wait to see the famous Bolognese hillside, but you don’t have enough time for hike? Then this short tour is the perfect solution! In about 2 and a half hours you’ll discover the most evocative and symbolic places of the luscious Bolognese hills Every day upon request, star … | Continue reading


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Wine tour

Exploring some of the most prestigious wineries in our area, knowing the producers and visiting superb vineyards under the guide of experts. A fascinating journey, where you will be able to taste wines you will never forget. 5 days 4 nights - starting from  € 410.00  per person … | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

San Luca Express

On board a modern train, equipped with multilingual audio guides, here’s how to effortlessly reach the top of the hill where the beautiful Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca keeps vigil over the city.  Every day starting from  €5.00   per person | Continue reading


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Ferrari Test Drive

From 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds! Experience the thrill of driving a F430 Ferrari on road. Every day starting from  € 100.00 per person | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Racetrack-emotion-experience-ferrari

Experience the thrill of driving a Ferrari on a real circuit.  Every day upon request, starting from  € 690,00  per person  | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Bologna food and music

Bologna welcomes you in the sign of the “bel canto” with reserved seats at the Teatro Comunale. Don't miss out on a chance to visit the International Museum of Music and to taste the most traditional delicacies.  4 days 3 nights - starting from  € 385.00   per person (min. 2 peo … | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Cooking Lessons

Emilians are well-known throughout Italy and the world for their finesse in the kitchen. Come learn how it’s done and taste this region’s distinctive flavours and traditions. Every day on request starting from  € 98.00  per person | Continue reading


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The roaring engines of Emilia Romagna

Fancy a high speed ride? In Bologna it's all about the roar of the engines, with Ducati, Ferrari and Lamborghini factories just around the corner. Get an inside look at their Museums and Factories. 4 days 3 nights - starting from  € 635.00   per person (min. 2 people) | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Po Delta and Venice Tourist Flight

The official website for the city of Bologna. Book an hotel and find all information on accommodation, restaurants, places to see, events and activities. | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Firenze Tourist Flight

An exhilarating flight that reveals the city of Firenze and its monuments from a very unusual point of view. Every day starting from  € 200.00 per person - min. 3 persons | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Le Due Torri – Torre degli Asinelli

What’s the most exciting thing in Bologna?  Find out for yourself by climbing the 498 steps of one of Bologna’s remarkable symbols. Every day   € 5.00  per person. Free entry for  Bologna Welcome Card - € 30   holders | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Discover the flavours of Emilia

A tasty trip in Emilia Romagna to discover the unique flavours of the region: balsamic vinegar, Modena prosciutto ham, Parmigiano Reggiano and wine from the Bologna hills. From Monday to Saturday starting from  € 150.00  per person | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Vespa Tour with picnic on the hills

A strong wish to see the famous Bolognese hills, but only a little time for hike? Don’t panic, this short tour is the right solution. In about 2 you’ll discover the most suggestive and symbolic places of the luxuriant Bolognese hills Every day upon request, starting from  € 150. … | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

A passion for gelato!

Did you know that in Bologna there is the  first museum in the world entirely dedicated to artisan gelato? It's Carpigiani Gelato Muesum, the ideal starting point for this delicious trip. 3 days 2 nights - starting from  € 175.00 per person (min. 2 people) | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

The Taste of Emilia Romagna

Six tasty days in the name of the joie du vivre and the love for good food, the true identifying feature of Emilia Romagna. 6 days 5 nights - starting from  € 695.00  per person (min. 2 people) | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Great Golf in Bologna

Enjoy a half  day away from the hustle and bustle of the city, playing a  round of golf in one of the classic Italian courses while overlooking marvellous sweeping panoramic views. Everyday upon request, starting from  € 170.00 per person | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Bologna is Art and Culture

Get your fill of culture! Bologna’s historical and art heritage is on display in over 50 museums as well as in its 40 Km of arcades that embrace the medieval city center conducting you along a protected path of churches, historical buildings and the famous towers. 3 days 2 nigh … | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Intensive cooking course

Master your kitchen techniques and l earn to prepare a set of  thematic recipes thanks to  three practical courses focusing on professional cooking adapted to home cooking. Discover the Chef inside yourself! 5 days 4 nights - starting from  € 540.00  per person (min. 2 people) | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Una serata a teatro - Don Giovanni

For all music lovers, this is your chance to take part in the exclusive Opera Don Giovanni   at the prestigious Teatro Comunale di Bologna. Starting from  € 75.00   per person | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Green Tour - Hiking in the Bolognese Hills

A guided hiking that goes into a piece of nature among the most loved and visited by locals.   € 25.00 per person    | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Is Dr. Calvin in the Room?

I saw Grady’s tweet today, and I read the article it referenced; and it got me to thinking. Is the training of a neural net a kind of programming? It is the kind of activity that an agile team could plan, estimate, and execute in iterations? Or is it something entirely differe … | Continue reading


@cleancoder.com | 55 years ago

TDD Harms Architecture

The idea that TDD damages design and architecture is not new. DHH suggested as much several years ago with his notion of Test Induced Design Damage; in which he compares the design he prefers to a design created by Jim Weirich that is “testable”. The argument, boils down to sep … | Continue reading


@cleancoder.com | 55 years ago

Diverdeinverde 2017

Three days to discover that Bologna is a garden  by looking around the city center and the surrounding hill. Weekend offer starting from  € 49.00 per person - min. 2 people | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Symmetry Breaking

Imagine that you are an accountant. You are responsible for manipulating arcane symbols, concepts, and procedures in order to create deeply complicated and detailed financial models for your business. The stakes are enormous. Accuracy is essential. Millions wait to be lost or … | Continue reading


@cleancoder.com | 55 years ago

Una serata a teatro - Don Carlo

For all music lovers, this is your chance to take part in the exclusive Opera Don Carlo   at the prestigious Teatro Comunale di Bologna. Starting from  € 75.00   per person | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Bologna in the Sway of Music

Bologna has such a rich musical tradition that it was named Unesco Creative City of Music, both for its past excellence and for the wide variety of live performances. The first Sunday of every month, starting from  € 20.00   per person | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Italian Art Cities -Milano

Visit other great Italian Art Cities departing from Bologna! Enjoy excursions to Milan. Every day, upon request,   € 150.00  per person - min. 4 persons | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Risciò BI-BO tour

Captivating and eco-friendly experience where you can discover some of the most fascinating stories found in the heart of the historic city centre Launch offer €35,00 p/riskshaw, valid until the 24 March 2018 | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

FICO & The City

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Bologna and Italian cuisine at FICO Eataly World, the world’s first food-themed amusement park. Every Saturday, Sunday and Monday,  €25  p/person -  10%  off for  Bologna Welcome Card   holders | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Ducati&Lamborghini: museums and factories

The official website for the city of Bologna. Book an hotel and find all information on accommodation, restaurants, places to see, events and activities. | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Tower & Table Experience - From the old market to the tower

Here is a  unique experience:  observe as  the splendour of Bologna's medieval towers meets the flavours of the  greatly acclaimed Emilian  culinary tradition. Every day starting from  € 45.00 per person - for groups (min. 15 persons) | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago

Vinegar and Parmigiano, between Modena and Reggio Emilia

A journey to taste “drop by drop”, among the intense colours and ancient scents of the Po plain, to discover the local tradition and cuisine. 2 days 1 night - starting from  € 180.00   per person (min. 2 people) | Continue reading


@bolognawelcome.com | 55 years ago