Mentoring juniors
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In this lesson
help a junior grow without taking over.
Planned topics
- Give well-scoped tasks with a clear outcome and a little stretch.
- Pair: let them drive, ask questions before giving answers.
- Explain the why behind advice; point to docs and resources.
- Let them struggle briefly, then help; set a time limit for being stuck.
- Review their work kindly and thoroughly; check understanding, not just output.
- Collect feedback on how you mentor.
Draft outline details
Demonstration
a task brief: goal, context links, acceptance, a hint, and "ask me if stuck for 30 minutes".
Check your understanding
When pairing, who should type?
Show answer
Usually the mentee.
Practice
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