Graham Helton • 6/21/2025

Guideline For New Roles

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This article provides a comprehensive set of guidelines for software engineers and developers beginning a new role. It covers technical onboarding like reading all product documentation, mastering the team's tech stack (e.g., Git, Terraform), and setting up baseline systems. It also includes professional advice on note-taking, networking, 1:1 meetings, and maintaining a 'wins' document for reviews. The author emphasizes work habits like taking breaks, avoiding burnout, and understanding tax implications for RSUs.

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