The Software Engineer's Guidebook

This comprehensive guide has been core to my growth and will serve you as a valuable companion throughout your entire software engineering career. The book provides detailed insights into different company environments, from startups and mid-size companies to big tech firms and scale-ups.
Its well-structured chapters are organized by engineering levels - junior, senior, tech lead, staff, and principal - allowing readers to focus on their current career stage while returning to other sections as they progress.
The content spans both technical excellence, covering production-grade code and system design, and essential soft skills like stakeholder management and technical leadership. Whether you’re starting your journey or advancing to senior positions, this book offers practical wisdom and actionable advice for each career milestone.