New Hire Guide¶
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Welcome to Anvil. This page helps you get oriented in your first week. Work through the reading list below at your own pace, then follow the role-specific deep dives to build context for your area.
When you hit an unfamiliar term, keep the Glossary open in another tab. To get your tools and logins set up, follow Accounts & Access.
Week 1 Reading List¶
A sequenced path through our docs. Each day builds on the previous one, moving from company context to technical architecture to how we operate.
| Day | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Company Overview | What we do and why |
| 1 | Vision & Strategy | Where we're headed |
| 3 | System Design Overview | Technical architecture |
| 3 | CAM Pipeline Overview | The core product |
| 4 | Manufacturing Overview | The standardized cell and our first facility |
| 4 | Engineering Overview | How the technical work is organized |
| 5 | Competitive Landscape | Market context |
| 5 | FAQ | Common questions |
External Resources¶
Background reading on CNC machining and the equipment we use.
| Resource | Description |
|---|---|
| A Comprehensive Guide to CNC Milling Tools | Broad overview of CNC milling tool types, geometries, and when to use each — useful context for understanding our 120-tool library. CNC Cookbook also covers: End Mills, Feeds & Speeds, Ball Nose Cutters, Face Milling, and CNC Machine Types |
| DVF 5000 Catalog (PDF) | Manufacturer spec sheet for the DN Solutions DVF 5000, our standard 5-axis machining center |
Role-Specific Reading Paths¶
After completing the Week 1 reading list, use these paths to go deeper in your area.
After the Week 1 reading list, dive deeper into:
- System Design — explore the CAM Pipeline stages relevant to your role
- Dev Environment & Conventions — get your local setup and workflow right
- Engineering → Decisions — the ADRs behind how the system is built
After the Week 1 reading list, dive deeper into:
- Manufacturing — facility layout, equipment, tooling, staffing, and targets
- Safety — required reading for everyone
After the Week 1 reading list, dive deeper into:
- Competitive Landscape
- Manufacturing — targets, scaling, and unit economics