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  • How to Make a Job-Winning Resume for Top Tech Companies

    If you are looking for a job in tech and want to apply to big companies like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, or startups, this guide will help you make a powerful and simple resume that gets noticed.

    What Makes a Good Resume?

    1. Short and Clear – Keep your resume to one page.
    2. Use Numbers – Show your results (example: increased speed by 40%).
    3. Use Simple Words – Easy to read and understand.
    4. Focus on Achievements – What you did and what changed because of your work.
    5. Clean Format – No colors, no fancy design. Keep it professional.

    What Companies Look For in Your Resume

    Are you good at problem-solving and coding?
    Have you worked on real projects or internships?
    Can you explain your work simply?
    Are you always learning and improving?
     Do you enjoy working with others?

    What to Include in Your Resume (Step by Step)

    1. Your Name and Contact
    – Email, LinkedIn, GitHub (if you have)

    2. Summary (Optional)
    – 1-2 lines about who you are and what you are looking for

    3. Skills
    – Programming: Java, Python, C++
    – Tools: Git, Docker, AWS

    4. Education
    – Your college name, degree, GPA (if good), passing year

    5. Experience
    – Company name, your role, and when you worked there
    – Write 2–3 points about what you did and your results

    6. Projects
    Project name, tools used
    What you made, what it does, and why it is useful

    7. Achievements or Certifications
    Any courses, coding competitions, or online badges

    Sample Resume (Simple and Professional)

    Aarav Singh
    aarav.singh@gmail.com | linkedin.com/in/aaravsingh | github.com/aaravcode

    SKILLS
    Java, Python, C++ | Git, Docker, AWS

    EDUCATION
    B.Tech in Computer Science, ABC University | GPA: 8.5 | 2020–2024

    EXPERIENCE
    Intern, Microsoft | June 2023 – August 2023
    Built a tool that saved 20% manual work
    Wrote clean code and tested it well
    Worked with 4 engineers in the team

    PROJECTS
    Job Tracker App | React, Node.js, MongoDB
    Helps users track job applications and interviews
    Deployed online using Docker and GitHub Actions

    ACHIEVEMENTS
    Solved 500+ problems on LeetCode
    Qualified for Google Kick Start Round 2
    AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

    Tips to Make Your Resume Better

    Use bullet points, not long paragraphs
    Simple action words like: Built, Made, Improved, Fixed
    Use white space to keep it clean and readable
    Always match your resume to the job you are applying for
    Show it to a friend or mentor before sending

    Final Tips

    You don’t need a perfect resume to get started. You just need a clear and honest one that shows your skills, projects, and how much you care.

    Even if you are just starting, this is the best time to begin. Keep improving, keep learning, and believe in yourself. Your first job is closer than you think.

    If you want free resume feedback or need help with your first job application, just reach out!

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