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Do I wait for the first coat of paint to completely dry before I put on
the second coat? Would this take a few hours, or should I wait a day?

And when I'm applying the second coat, do I cut in around the edges and
walls first with a brush, like I'm planning to do with the first coat
of paint?

I've painted many a room and this is what works for me.

Cut in first. Roll on one coat of paint. Don't be sloppy, but don't try to
stretch the paint either. By the time you get the first coat on, it is dry
enough to put a second coat.

If you did a good job of cutting it, you won't have to go over it again.
Maybe a light spot will show up, but that is minimal. The second coat goes
fast and does not have to be as heavy. An average sized bedroom takes a
gallon of paint. If you have high ceilings and large rooms, two may be
needed.

It may look uneven at first, but when it dries, it will look OK. If you
have paint left over, put some in a jar and seal it well. This will be
handy if you need a touchup in the next few months.