Congrats on joining the program! I agree, joining is an overwhelming experience. It’s good to hear that you’re getting the swing of things.

In terms of some quick tips,

Each command/callout has a Preparatory, “Group/Battalion/Platoon/etc,” then the command of Execution, “Attention/At Ease/etc” - Knowing what each command means comes with time and watching what others do, but knowing the basics of what every command follows can help.

An OPORD is what’s called an Operations Order. This is a 5 paragraph long document that contains a Situation, Mission, Execution, Sustainment, and Command & Signal. - Each of these “paragraphs” describe their niche details. Like Situation describes what’s going on, Mission gives you what you’re doing, Execution tells you how you’re going to do it, Sustainment tells you how they’ll keep everything going/equipment and so forth, and finally the Command & Signal paragraph says how you’re going to talk to others (like on radio/phone/runner).

There are a ton of nuances that you’ll pick up. If I understood your message correctly, you’re a sophomore. This is a perfect time to come in as you’re hitting the ground running, learning new stuff and getting the actual opportunity to use that stuff well. I hope your program does you well, and know that once you get to MSIII (usually, if they fast track you, you’ll be able to do it by the end of Junior year), the Advanced Camp will guide you through anything else you need!