Here are 7 things I always set up on new .NET projects: Central package management, Code quality (static analysis), Code style (.editorconfig), Build configuration, Containerization, CI/CD, Tests. After this, I'll introduce some orchestration support for easier local.
If you’re learning backend with Spring Boot, don’t stress about not knowing enough. What matters most is building small, real projects that show you understand REST, security, and clean architecture. Three or four solid apps with clear docs can already make a strong portfolio. Daily practice gets you job-ready faster than you think.
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