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About the Book
Start & Ship is the practical playbook for your first 90 days as a junior developer. You’ll go from “Where do I start?” to confidently shipping production-ready code that earns your team’s trust.
Inside, you’ll find:
- A step-by-step approach to setting up your development environment
- Proven habits for writing clean, maintainable, and readable code
- Strategies to avoid common rookie mistakes and code traps
- How to thrive in your first team: communication, feedback, and culture fit
- Checklists, exercises, and pro tips from 15+ years of real-world experience
Whether you’re joining your first team or contributing to your first big project, Start & Ship will help you make a strong first impression, ship quality work, and set yourself up for a successful career.
Your first 90 days, done right.
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About the Author
David Dias has been a web developer for over 13 years. Starting his journey as a junior developer in Paris, David has navigated the challenges of the tech industry across four countries - France, Brazil, Mauritius, and Canada. Now working as a Staff Frontend Engineer, he remains passionate about clean code, effective collaboration, and helping new developers find their footing in the fast-paced world of web development.
David's curiosity extends beyond coding, leading him to explore various fields including photography, video and audio production, DIY, and home automation. His diverse experiences and lessons learned fuel his desire to share knowledge and support others in their development careers.