I have a degree in Computer Science and recently finished a 9 month software development Boot Camp. Been sending out resume and applications to quite a few postings off of LinkedIn but so far getting very little response. I have an interview tomorrow but not sure how legit it is, outside of that I haven’t been called up for any interviews yet. Comrades in the software industry please help me out with any advice you can. I’m willing to relocate to pretty much anywhere as long as I can get employment in this field that will lead to good experience and development.

  • sexywheat [none/use name]
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    2 years ago

    You probably won't have to relocate; most decent companies will offer remote positions for developers in this day and age.

    What I would recommend is try to find a company that you really want to work for that you think your skill set will match, tailor your resume specifically for them, and then apply on their website directly. That way you're not going through useless middleman recruiters and your application will land directly in HR's lap.

    Most companies are dealing with labour shortages right now, and developers are in high demand. Your only disadvantage is that you're a recent grad with probably not much in the world of actual work experience doing development, but that should sort itself out in due time.

    Also, make your resume look memorable (and easy to digest by skimming through it). There are some resumes that I've seen that I remember how they look years later. Use Canva , it's free and exceedingly effective, make sure to include a handsome profile pic.

    Good luck comrade :fidel-salute:

    • RedDawn [he/him]
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      2 years ago

      Thanks btw I did use Canva for my resume but did not include a photo on the advice of my instructor from bootcamp lol

      • sexywheat [none/use name]
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        2 years ago

        Heh. I guess there are valid arguments for and against using a photo. Speaking as someone who has read (too) many resumes, personally I would recommend using a photo as it adds that one final :chefs-kiss: memorable icon that you can associate with the document that you are reading.

        The dickheads at HR are reading dozens of resumes; from their perspective, if they're all just text, how are they to distinguish one from another?

        But, you do you, I'm sure you'll find something sooner or later no matter what you choose!