1) NEVER approach the dock at a speed that's faster than you're willing to hit the dock.
2) Position and STOP the boat two boat lengths away from the dock, oriented as it would be in at the dock.
3) Observe the effect of wind and current on the boat while positioned there.
4) These observations tell you what helm and thrust inputs are required to peacefully join the dock.
5) Reread #1.
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