Other important notes,

Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Compliance

• Sections Order

  Ensure the resume has a clear and logical order of sections.

  Good Example

  • Summary
  • Work Experience
  • Education and Certifications
  • Technical Skills
  • Projects
  • Other Sections
  • Interests

• Keyword Optimization

  Include relevant keywords from the job description.

  Good Example

  Use keywords like "JavaScript", "React", "Node.js", "full-stack development" appropriately.

Design and Layout

• Margins

  Use balanced margins (0.5” – 1”).

  Good Example

  Set margins to 0.75” for a clean look.

• Length

  Keep the resume to one page if you are new to the field or have less experience.

  Good Example

  One-page resume for 2-3 years of experience.

• Headings and Bullet Points

  Ensure clear headings and consistent bullet points.

  • Use bold for section headings.
  • Use bullet points for listing responsibilities and achievements.

Text Consistency and Professionalism

• Font Size and Style

  Use a professional font and maintain consistency in size.

  • Font size: 11
  • Font style: Calibri for body text, Arial for headings

• Consistent Formatting

  Maintain consistent formatting for similar items.

  Good Example

  Consistent use of bold for job titles and italic for company names.

Grammar and Spelling

• Error-Free Content

  Ensure there are no grammar or spelling errors.

  Good Example

  Proofread thoroughly or use tools like Grammarly. But don't trust blindly. Do the double-check.

• Avoid Personal Pronouns

  Do not use personal pronouns (I, we, he, she).

  Good Example

  Use action verbs: "Developed," "Implemented," and "Led.”

• Appropriate Abbreviations

  Use necessary abbreviations only.

  Good Example

  "CI/CD" is acceptable. Avoid unnecessary abbreviations.