May is coming up quick, studying is hard considering this is my first SWE. Anyone have any pointers for taking the SWE, what to study for, tips?

Read the new MK1 course material and the NEM. Good luck to all.

Study the your references (Chapters only) in the MK PQS from paygrade your seeking to past paygrades. For instance don't read the whole NEM just what is referenced in the PQS.

Also study the EPME. The online version has a preperation for taking the SWE. Studying more than that is more than enough between now and the SWE.

More than a couple of years of seatime would help too. Study All of the NEM, god forbid you study more than you need, you might gain alittle extra.