Developer Onboarding

1. Introduction

• Welcome Message

  • Warm greeting from the team and leadership.

  • Brief overview of the company’s mission and values.

• Purpose of the Runbook

  • Explain the goals of the onboarding process.

  • Outline what the developer can expect to learn.

2. Company Overview

• Company History & Mission

  • A short history of the company.

  • Mission, vision, and core values.

• Organizational Structure

  • Overview of departments and key teams.

  • Organizational chart and leadership bios.

3. Team and Role Integration

• Team Introduction

  • Overview of the development team.

  • Introductions to key contacts and mentors.

• Role Responsibilities

  • Detailed description of the role.

  • Expectations and key performance indicators.

• Communication Channels

  • List of internal communication tools (e.g., Slack, email, project management tools).

  • Best practices for team communication.

4. Technical Environment Setup

• Hardware and Software Requirements

  • Necessary equipment (laptop, monitors, etc.).

  • Software installations (IDEs, version control systems, etc.).

• Access Credentials

  • Steps to obtain access to systems (VPN, internal networks, etc.).

  • How to request necessary permissions.

• Development Tools and Environment

  • Overview of the tech stack and development environment.

  • Installation guides and configuration settings.

  • Accessing repositories and codebases (Git, Bitbucket, GitHub, etc.).

5. Project and Codebase Overview

• Current Projects Overview

  • Summary of ongoing projects and priorities.

  • How the developer’s work fits into the larger picture.

• Codebase Walkthrough

  • Architecture overview and key components.

  • Coding standards and guidelines.

  • Repository structure and navigation tips.

6. Development Processes

• Agile/Scrum Methodology

  • Explanation of the development process (sprints, stand-ups, retrospectives).

  • Tools used for task tracking (e.g., Jira, Trello).

• Code Reviews and Quality Assurance

  • Best practices for submitting and reviewing code.

  • Testing protocols (unit tests, integration tests, etc.).

• Deployment and CI/CD Pipelines

  • Overview of the deployment process.

  • Tools used for continuous integration and deployment.

7. Learning Resources and Documentation

• Internal Documentation

  • Location and structure of internal wikis or knowledge bases.

  • How to contribute to or update documentation.

• Training Materials

  • Recommended courses, tutorials, or workshops.

  • Links to video tutorials or recorded onboarding sessions.

• External Resources

  • Industry blogs, forums, and communities relevant to the tech stack.

8. Security and Compliance

• Security Best Practices

  • Overview of security policies and protocols.

  • Guidelines for secure coding practices.

• Compliance and Data Privacy

  • Information on regulatory requirements.

  • Steps to ensure compliance within the development environment.

9. Support and Feedback

• Mentorship and Buddy System

  • Details on assigned mentors or buddies.

  • How to schedule one-on-one sessions.

• Escalation Paths

  • Contact information for IT support, HR, and other key departments.

  • Steps to report issues or ask for help.

• Feedback Mechanisms

  • How and when to provide feedback on the onboarding process.

  • Channels for ongoing improvement suggestions.

10. Checklist and Timeline

• Onboarding Checklist

  • Step-by-step list of tasks to be completed during the first week, month, and quarter.

• Timeline and Milestones

  • Expected milestones and progress reviews.

  • Regular check-in schedules with supervisors.