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# 🏁 First Tasks: Onboarding to the Lab ## 🎯 Milestone Goal Welcome to the LemasLab! This milestone is designed to guide new students through their initial setup and familiarize them with lab protocols, research tools, and expectations. By completing these tasks, you will be ready to contribute effectively to ongoing projects. ## 📌 Tasks ### 🔹 Administrative & Lab Setup - [ ] Complete lab registration and any required paperwork. - [ ] Obtain lab access credentials (e.g., building access, shared drives, Slack, etc.). - [ ] Read the **Lab Handbook** and **Code of Conduct**. - [ ] Set up a meeting with your mentor or PI to discuss research goals and expectations. ### 🔹 Computing & Software Setup - [ ] Set up a GitHub account (if you don’t have one) and join the lab’s GitHub organization. - [ ] Install required software and dependencies (e.g., R, Python, Jupyter Notebook, Git). - [ ] Clone the lab's repositories and review README files for key projects. - [ ] Complete a basic Git tutorial: fork, clone, commit, push, and create a pull request. ### 🔹 Research Background & Reading - [ ] Read key papers related to the lab’s research focus. - [ ] Review existing datasets and project documentation. - [ ] Attend lab meetings and take notes on ongoing projects. ### 🔹 First Contribution - [ ] Complete a small coding or data analysis task related to your research project. - [ ] Document your process and findings in a short lab notebook entry. - [ ] Submit a pull request with your first contribution to the lab’s GitHub repository. - [ ] Request feedback from your mentor or senior lab members. ## 📅 Expected Completion: Within the first 2-4 weeks ### 💡 Notes - Don’t hesitate to ask questions—your mentor and lab members are here to help! - If you run into any issues with GitHub or software setup, post on the lab’s Slack channel or GitHub Discussions. - This milestone is flexible! If you need additional tasks or modifications, discuss them with your mentor. --- 🛠 **Happy researching!** 🚀
No due date•0/1 issues closed## Objective The goal of this milestone is to develop a comprehensive set of instructions to facilitate the onboarding process for new students. This will include the creation of a detailed volunteer packet that outlines expectations, resources, and necessary steps to get started. ## Tasks ### Task 1: Draft the Volunteer Packet - **Objective**: Create a detailed packet for volunteers that includes essential information about the program, responsibilities, and support resources. - **Assignee(s)**: - **Deadline**: - **Acceptance Criteria**: - Packet includes a welcome message. - Clear description of volunteer roles and responsibilities. - List of contacts for support and questions. - FAQs section addressing common concerns and logistical questions. - Information on how to access training materials and other resources. ### Task 2: Create Onboarding Documentation - **Objective**: Develop onboarding documentation that guides new students through the initial setup and integration process. - **Assignee(s)**: - **Deadline**: - **Acceptance Criteria**: - Step-by-step guide on how to get started, including account setups if applicable. - Checklist of tasks to complete during the first week. - Description of the onboarding schedule, including any training sessions or introductory meetings. - Links to important resources and reading materials. ### Task 3: Review and Feedback - **Objective**: Gather feedback on the draft volunteer packet and onboarding instructions to refine and finalize the documents. - **Assignee(s)**: - **Deadline**: - **Acceptance Criteria**: - Collect feedback from current volunteers and new students. - Implement feedback to improve clarity and comprehensiveness. - Final review by the program coordinator or supervisor. ### Task 4: Publish and Distribute - **Objective**: Make the finalized volunteer packet and onboarding instructions accessible to all incoming students. - **Assignee(s)**: - **Deadline**: - **Acceptance Criteria**: - Documents are uploaded to the official program website or appropriate platform. - Announce the availability of new materials via email or other communication channels to new and existing students. - Ensure easy access and visibility for all relevant parties. ## Completion Criteria This milestone is considered complete when all tasks have been closed, the final versions of the volunteer packet and onboarding documentation are approved by the program director, and the materials are made publicly available for incoming students.
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