Let's post some tips to help improve our skill for whatever.
Here are some of mine.
-I usually live underground, and barely see the surface, so on the first day I gather plenty of wood and a bit of coal for torches.
-Use farming for a reliable source of food.
-use your nights wisely an at least do something. I usually dig durring the first night.
- on the first couple days when you have stuff armor and weapons do not travel at night.
-wool can be made into armor.
-do not ignore saplings.
For my personal ways of living:
- I usually stick to the first shelter I start. Rarely will I move.
- since I live underground, I need to put effort in making a tree growing spot. It is usually room that is 7 squares wide and 6 squares tall with the sapling in the middle.
-make sure you don't move through caves too fast. Take advantage of them. Also block off parts that are dark and you aren't using.