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The First 90 Days in a Software Job: How to Succeed (2026)
A practical guide to performing well in your first 90 days as a software engineer.
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The First 90 Days in a Software Job: How to Succeed (2026)
The first 90 days define your reputation more than your interview performance.
First 30 Days
- Understand codebase
- Ask questions early
- Observe team workflows
Days 31–60
- Take ownership of small tasks
- Improve code quality
- Participate in reviews
Days 61–90
- Deliver visible impact
- Propose improvements
- Align with manager expectations
Learning Resources
- Engineering Culture → https://leaddev.com/
- Workplace Success → https://hbr.org/
Read time: ~4 minutes
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