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Backend Developer Onboarding

Provide welcome kit and company guidelines

Assign and setup workstation

Configure workstation with the necessary software and tools

Provide backend codebase access

Introduction to the existing backend architecture

Meet the team and assign mentor

Provide access to project management tools

Provide all necessary database access

Start immersion to current projects

Provide access to version control systems

Setting up local development environment

Review coding standards

Familiarize with company's debugging and testing procedures

Conduct first code review with mentor

Approval: First Code Review

Interaction with frontend and UX/UI team

Getting informed on upcoming projects

Provide access to QA and staging servers

Set expectations and goals for the first month

Provide welcome kit and company guidelines

Welcome to the team! In this task, you will be provided with a welcome kit and company guidelines. These resources will help you understand our company culture, values, and policies. They will give you a head start in getting to know our organization. Take some time to go through them and if you have any questions, feel free to ask. Enjoy your onboarding journey!

Upload welcome kit

Questions or clarifications

Assign and setup workstation

Let's get you settled in! Your workstation will be assigned and set up in this task. We will provide you with the necessary equipment and tools to get started. Please let us know your preferences and any specific requirements you may have. Our goal is to ensure that you have a comfortable and functional workspace. If you need any assistance during the setup process, feel free to reach out to us.

Preferred workstation setup

Specific requirements or additional information

Configure workstation with the necessary software and tools

Now that your workstation is all set up, it's time to configure it with the necessary software and tools. This will include the backend development software and tools that you will be using on a daily basis. We will guide you through the installation and setup process, ensuring that everything is working smoothly. If you encounter any issues or have any questions, don't hesitate to ask for help.

Choose the backend development software

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Visual Studio Code
2

PyCharm
3

Eclipse
4

NetBeans
5

IntelliJ IDEA

Software and tools setup checklist

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Install Python
2

Configure Git
3

Setup database environment
4

Install necessary libraries
5

Configure IDE preferences

Additional software or tools required

Provide backend codebase access

Time to dive into the code! In this task, you will be provided with access to our backend codebase. This will give you the opportunity to familiarize yourself with our code structure, architecture, and coding style. Take some time to explore the codebase and feel free to ask questions if anything is unclear. Our codebase is constantly evolving, so it's important to stay updated and follow the version control procedures.

Select a team member to provide backend codebase access

Introduction to the existing backend architecture

Welcome to our backend architecture! In this task, we will introduce you to our existing backend architecture. You will gain an understanding of the various components, modules, and frameworks used in our backend development process. This knowledge will be essential for your future contributions to our projects. Feel free to ask any questions or seek clarification as we go along.

Any prior experience or familiarity with backend architectures?

Backend architecture overview

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Server setup
2

API endpoints
3

Database schema
4

Authentication mechanisms
5

Integration with external services

Specific areas of interest or focus for you

Meet the team and assign mentor

Let's get acquainted with the team! In this task, you will have the opportunity to meet and interact with the backend development team. We will also assign a mentor who will guide you throughout your onboarding process. Building strong relationships and having a support system is crucial for your success. Take this chance to get to know your colleagues and establish connections. We believe in collaboration and open communication, so feel free to reach out to anyone if you need assistance or have any questions.

Select a mentor for yourself

Introduction to the team

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Backend team lead
2

Senior backend developers
3

Backend QA specialist
4

Backend UI/UX designer
5

Backend project manager

Provide access to project management tools

Keeping things organized and on track! In this task, you will be provided with access to our project management tools. These tools are essential for tracking tasks, deadlines, and progress. They will help you stay aligned with the team and contribute effectively. Make sure to familiarize yourself with the tools and feel free to explore their features. If you need any guidance or have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.

Choose the project management tool

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Jira
2

Asana
3

Trello
4

Basecamp
5

Monday

Any prior experience with project management tools?

Tasks and features of the project management tool

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Create and assign tasks
2

Set deadlines and milestones
3

Track progress and updates
4

Communicate with team members
5

Generate reports and analytics

Provide all necessary database access

Let's dive into the data! In this task, you will be provided with all the necessary database access. This includes access to the development, staging, and production databases. Having access to the databases is crucial for backend development and testing. Make sure to handle the data with care and follow our data security policies. If you have any questions or need assistance in setting up database connections, don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Database access checklist

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Development database access
2

Staging database access
3

Production database access

Any prior experience with database management systems?

Start immersion to current projects

Time to dive into the action! In this task, you will start immersing yourself in our current projects. You will be assigned to a specific project and will be involved in its backend development tasks. This hands-on experience will give you a deeper understanding of our projects and help you learn our development processes. Collaborate with the team, ask questions, and actively contribute to the project. We value your fresh ideas and perspectives!

Select a project to immerse yourself in

Areas of interest or specific tasks you want to work on

Provide access to version control systems

Version control is the backbone of our code management process. In this task, you will be provided with access to our version control systems. This includes Git and our code repositories. Familiarize yourself with Git and learn how to effectively use it for code collaboration and version management. Don't forget to follow our branch and merge best practices. If you have any questions or need guidance on using Git, feel free to ask!

Version control access checklist

1

Git repository access
2

Branch creation and management
3

Merge and code review processes
4

Pull and push operations
5

Resolving merge conflicts

Preferred Git client

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GitKraken
2

SourceTree
3

GitHub Desktop
4

GitLab
5

Bitbucket

Specific areas or concerns you want to address regarding version control

Setting up local development environment

Your development environment is your playground! In this task, we will guide you through setting up your local development environment. This will ensure that you have all the necessary tools, libraries, and configurations to code efficiently. We will provide you with a step-by-step guide and help you overcome any challenges during the setup process. If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to ask for help.

Preferred development environment setup

Choose the programming language

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Python
2

Java
3

C#
4

Ruby
5

Go

Local development environment setup checklist

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Install required programming language
2

Configure IDE or text editor
3

Setup necessary libraries or frameworks
4

Connect to backend codebase

Specific requirements or concerns for your local development environment

Review coding standards

Quality code is a top priority for us! In this task, we will review our coding standards and best practices. Familiarize yourself with our coding style and guidelines to ensure consistent, maintainable, and readable code. This will facilitate collaboration among the team and make the code review process smoother. Take this opportunity to align your coding practices with ours and contribute to the overall code quality. If you have any questions or suggestions regarding the coding standards, feel free to share them!

Any prior experience with coding standards?

Upload coding standards document

Specific areas or concerns you want to address regarding coding standards

Familiarize with company's debugging and testing procedures

Bug hunting and testing are crucial phases in our development process. In this task, you will familiarize yourself with our debugging and testing procedures. Learn how we identify, reproduce, and resolve bugs. Understand the importance of automated testing and our testing frameworks. Ensure that your code is thoroughly tested before it reaches production. If you are new to debugging or testing, don't worry! We are here to guide you and help you build your skills.

Any prior experience with debugging and testing?

Debugging and testing procedures overview

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Bug tracking and reporting
2

Reproducing and investigating bugs
3

Unit testing
4

Integration testing
5

Regression testing

Specific areas or concerns you want to address regarding debugging and testing procedures

Conduct first code review with mentor

Continuous improvement is our motto! In this task, you will conduct your first code review with your assigned mentor. Share your code, discuss design decisions, and address any concerns raised. This feedback will help you improve your coding skills and align with our best practices. Embrace constructive criticism and learn from this valuable experience. Don't hesitate to ask questions or seek clarification during the code review process.

Select your mentor for the code review

Specific areas or concerns you want to address during the code review

Approval: First Code Review

Review coding standards
Will be submitted

Interaction with frontend and UX/UI team

Collaborating across teams is the key to successful projects! In this task, you will have the opportunity to interact with our frontend and UX/UI teams. Learn about their roles, responsibilities, and the collaboration between frontend and backend development. Understand their requirements, design mockups, and wireframes. Establish effective communication channels and build strong relationships to ensure seamless project execution.

Introduction to frontend and UX/UI teams

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Frontend team lead
2

Senior frontend developers
3

UX/UI designers
4

Frontend QA specialist
5

Frontend project manager

Specific areas of interest or collaboration with the frontend and UX/UI teams

Getting informed on upcoming projects

Stay ahead of the game! In this task, you will be informed about our upcoming projects. Learn about the project goals, requirements, and timelines. Understand the backend development tasks and plan accordingly. This will help you anticipate the workload and set priorities for your tasks. If you have any questions or suggestions regarding the upcoming projects, feel free to share them with the team.

Projected start date of upcoming projects

Specific concerns or areas of interest regarding upcoming projects

Tasks and timeline overview for upcoming projects

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Backend development milestones
2

Integration with frontend tasks
3

Testing and bug fixing phases
4

Deployment and production release

Provide access to QA and staging servers

Testing in a controlled environment! In this task, you will be provided with access to our QA and staging servers. These servers are dedicated to testing and Quality Assurance (QA) activities. You will be able to deploy your code and test it in an environment similar to production. Ensure that your changes are stable and bug-free before they reach customers. If you need guidance on server access or deploying your code, reach out to the team.

Any prior experience with QA and staging servers?

QA and staging server access checklist

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Access to QA server
2

Access to staging server
3

Deployment process overview
4

Testing procedures on QA server
5

Collaboration with QA team

Specific areas or concerns you want to address regarding QA and staging servers

Set expectations and goals for the first month

Let's set the stage for success! In this task, we will set expectations and goals for your first month with us. We want to ensure that your onboarding experience is smooth, productive, and aligned with our organizational objectives. Share your career aspirations, discuss your strengths and areas for improvement, and define specific goals for the first month. This will help us support you and provide the necessary resources to make progress. Together, we can achieve great things!

Expectations and goals for the first month