You’re starting your first tech job tomorrow, and you’re a bundle of nerves. You’ve been taught the technical basics in school, but how do you navigate your early career as a software engineer? After all, working in the industry isn’t as straightforward as in the classroom; it’s no longer about attending classes and writing exams. This territory feels unfamiliar to most of us because we’re not taught how to approach this best. This presentation addresses those early years as a recent graduate where one can feel lost and insignificant, with tips to start making meaningful contributions, creating a great first impression, and setting yourself up for long-term success!
The session will focus on the following areas:
Project specific skills
- Reflecting on existing processes and documentation
- Deep diving into your projects
- Embracing ambiguity within your project work
- Technical deep dive
- Understanding the business needs
- Acknowledging the complexities of project planning
Soft skills
- Establishing expectations
- Practicing clear, effective, and efficient communication
- The art of asking questions
The frustrating parts
- Context switching
- Tackling technical debt
Your career in a post-pandemic world
- Working in distributed teams
- Maintaining a work-life balance
Prerequisite knowledge: Just a healthy curiosity for how to set yourself up for success in your new tech role!
Target audience: This talk is intended for interns, new grads and junior engineers (1-2 years of experience).
Learning outcomes:
- Structure your approach to best assimilate within your new work environment.
- Exemplify the importance of non-technical skills required to be successful as a software engineer.
- Learn what to expect in your day-to-day work and recommendations on how to best thrive and flourish in your role.
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