Pro Tips for a Dynamic Web Developer Resume: Do’s and Don’ts
Hello, young padawans, wannabe coding wizards, and maybe e-sorcerers from the Matrix zone! So, you’ve managed to harness the coding powers of HTML, PHP, CSS, JS, and maybe even charmed the beast called WordPress into laying golden eggs for you. Kudos! But that’s only the first hurdle gone. Now comes the monumentally interesting task of making your portfolio scream “Hire me!” to all the potential employers out there. How, you ask? A magic scroll named a resume, my dear learners. And that’s what we are going to master today!
Alright woven-to-be-web-devs, it’s time to grab a digital quill, put on your technical writing hat, and let’s get started, shall we?
Make it Dynamic, Keep it Relevant
Let’s talk about designing your resume – and no, I don’t mean including “minor experience in dragon taming and unicorn riding” – only relevant skills, please! Your mission is to keep it dynamic, up-to-date, and resonating with the job role you’re applying for. Got a talent for JavaScript libraries? Go ahead, show it. Experienced in handling WordPress tantrums? Mention that too. But avoid flooding them with all the one or two lines of code you might have written in your early coding days – you’ll drown the important stuff!
Experience Matters – But So Does Presentation
So you’ve got tons of experience. Great! But here’s a fun fact: Recruiters spend, on average, just seven seconds looking at a resume. Presenting your journey in a clean, clear, and easily digestible manner is crucial – so avoid the coding jargon trap. Present your experience in a way that even the coolest, most non-tech mum can understand!
Don’ts in resume
Avoid long paragraphs and cryptic acronyms. They’re as scary as Voldemort is to the wizarding world.
Adding wrong or misleading information is a big NO-NO! Remember, honesty is still the best policy, even in the digital world.
* Having typos or grammatical errors in your resume is like entering the digital battlefield in a bathrobe. Please proofread your resume multiple times! You don’t want ‘I’m expert at CSS” to become “I’m expert at CSSSsssssssss…”
Spotlight on Projects
Nothing sings praises louder than successful completed projects. Dedicate a section of your resume to showcase the impactful projects you’ve worked on. Include details about the project, what your role was, and the tech you tamed to make it a success.
Show off your Certificates
Did you know that a large percentage of recruiters look for certifications on a web developer’s resume? So if you’ve got them, flaunt them! Showcasing your certifications not only provides proof of your proficiencies but also sets you apart from the crowd of wannabes.
May the coding forces be strong with you all out there! Remember, a good resume, like a magical spell, can take you places. It’s all about curating a showcase that helps potential employers resonate with your skillsets. Happy resume writing to all the future web developers out there!
