Resume
Summary
Here are five steps to use AI Coach to improve your resume:
- Create a Basic Version
- If you do not have a resume, provide your background information to the AI Coach to generate a basic resume.
- Include specific details like education, work experience, and projects to ensure accuracy in the AI-generated content.
- Match Your Situation
- Review the details in the generated resume, especially work experience and projects.
- Generate additional entries if necessary to better reflect your actual experiences.
- Add more specific details to the descriptions of your work experiences and projects to enhance relevance and accuracy.
- Add Numbers and Metrics
- Add data and metrics into your resume to highlight the impact and effectiveness of your work.
- Match Job Requirements
- Modify your resume to align with the specific requirements and responsibilities of the job you are applying for.
- Adjust skills, experiences, and project details to closely match the job description, ensuring that your resume demonstrates your suitability for the position.
- Review and Iterate
- Repeat the previous steps as necessary to refine and improve your resume based on feedback and additional insights.
1. Create a basic version
If you don't have a resume yet, you can describe your background and let the AI Coach create a basic version for you. The more specific the information you provide, the more likely it is that the AI-generated content will match your actual situation. If you already have a resume, you can skip the step 1.
Prompt
info
You only need to change the text inside Context
Context:
""" Here is my background info:
- Info: My name is John Doe, and my LinkedIn is linkedin.com/in/johndoe
- Honors: 2 times Excellent Student Scholarship, Dean’s List for 5 semesters
- Education: I graduated from ABC University and majored in DEF in 2012-2016 with a GPA 3.6
- Work Experience: I have one swe internship at XYZ.inc company using Java and Spring to develop restful API.
- Projects: I did several side projects like search-engine (Python, Django, MySQL) and a youtube-like application (Java, Spring, Redis) """
Requirement:
- Provide a plain text answer
- Professional and concise style
Action:
""" Write a software engineer resume that includes the following:
- Info: Email, LinkedIn Profile
- Education: University name, major, and time
- Skills: Programming Languages, Frameworks, Databases and Technologies
- Experience: company, role details use 5 bullet points
- Projects: project name (skill list) details use 5 bullet points
- Honors: list all honors
"""
Response From AI Coach
John Doe
- Email: [email protected]
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/johndoe
Education:
- ABC University, Bachelor of Science in DEF, 2012-2016
- GPA: 3.6
Skills:
Programming Languages: Java, Python
Frameworks: Spring, Django
Databases: MySQL, Redis
Technologies: RESTful API
Experience:
XYZ Inc., Software Engineering Intern
- Developed multiple RESTful services using Java and Spring Framework to handle data processing and user interface logic.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Implemented best practices for code reusability and refactoring to enhance project maintainability.
- Conducted extensive testing to ensure robustness, usability, and general reliability of applications.
- Assisted in the integration of third-party services and APIs to extend system functionalities.
Projects:
Search Engine (Python, Django, MySQL)
- Designed and implemented a custom search engine capable of indexing and retrieving data efficiently.
- Developed advanced algorithms for crawling and indexing data from various web sources.
- Implemented user authentication and session management to ensure secure access to the search engine.
- Optimized queries and database structures to improve search response times and relevance.
- Created a user-friendly web interface using Django to allow simple search operations.
YouTube-like Application (Java, Spring, Redis)
- Developed a video streaming platform enabling content sharing and real-time viewing.
- Implemented scalable video uploading and streaming functionality using Java and Spring Boot.
- Utilized Redis for caching content and metadata to enhance system performance.
- Integrated a robust commenting and rating system to foster user interaction.
- Ensured platform security by implementing secure access and data protection measures.
Honors:
- Excellent Student Scholarship, awarded twice
- Dean’s List for five semesters at ABC University
tip
If you don't have project experience, you can choose some projects from Free Project Course or Build your own X.
2. Match your situation
The details of work experience and projects may not accurately reflect your actual situation. At this point, you can:
- Generate more entries: Ask the AI Coach to generate more entries (for example, 10 entries instead of 5) and then select the ones that match your situation.
- Add more details: Include some specifics in your descriptions of work experiences and projects. Here is an example:
Prompt
Context:
""" Experience:
XYZ Inc., Software Engineering Intern
- Developed multiple RESTful services using Java and Spring Framework to handle data processing and user interface logic.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Implemented best practices for code reusability and refactoring to enhance project maintainability.
- Conducted extensive testing to ensure robustness, usability, and general reliability of applications.
- Assisted in the integration of third-party services and APIs to extend system functionalities.
"""
Requirement:
- Provide a plain text answer
- Professional and concise style
Action:
""" Update experience based on this:
- In C company, our team has five engineers
- I was primarily responsible for developing the e-commerce module's shopping cart and payment features.
"""
Response From AI Coach
Experience:
XYZ Inc., Software Engineering Intern
- Developed multiple RESTful services using Java and Spring Framework to handle data processing and user interface logic.
- Led the development of e-commerce module's shopping cart and payment features in a team of five engineers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Implemented best practices for code reusability and refactoring to enhance project maintainability.
- Conducted extensive testing to ensure robustness, usability, and general reliability of applications.
- Assisted in the integration of third-party services and APIs to extend system functionalities.
3. Add numbers and metrics
By adding data or metrics, you can highlight your work on the project and increase its impressiveness.
Prompt
Context:
""" Experience:
XYZ Inc., Software Engineering Intern
- Developed multiple RESTful services using Java and Spring Framework to handle data processing and user interface logic.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Implemented best practices for code reusability and refactoring to enhance project maintainability.
- Conducted extensive testing to ensure robustness, usability, and general reliability of applications.
- Assisted in the integration of third-party services and APIs to extend system functionalities.
Projects:
Search Engine (Python, Django, MySQL)
- Designed and implemented a custom search engine capable of indexing and retrieving data efficiently.
- Developed advanced algorithms for crawling and indexing data from various web sources.
- Implemented user authentication and session management to ensure secure access to the search engine.
- Optimized queries and database structures to improve search response times and relevance.
- Created a user-friendly web interface using Django to allow simple search operations.
YouTube-like Application (Java, Spring, Redis)
- Developed a video streaming platform enabling content sharing and real-time viewing.
- Implemented scalable video uploading and streaming functionality using Java and Spring Boot.
- Utilized Redis for caching content and metadata to enhance system performance.
- Integrated a robust commenting and rating system to foster user interaction.
- Ensured platform security by implementing secure access and data protection measures.
"""
Requirement:
- Provide a plain text answer
- Professional and concise style
Action:
""" Try to add 10 example numbers and metrics in the experience and projects like reducing 50% API request time to make it more impressive """
Response From AI Coach
Experience:
XYZ Inc., Software Engineering Intern
- Built and improved multiple RESTful services using Java and Spring Framework, leading to a 30% decrease in data processing time.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features that increased user engagement by 15%.
- Implemented best practices for code reusability and refactoring, which increased project maintainability and reduced debugging time by 25%.
- Conducted extensive testing that improved application robustness and usability, leading to a 40% reduction in user-reported issues.
- Assisted in the integration of third-party services and APIs which extended system functionalities and improved response time by 50%.
Projects:
Search Engine (Python, Django, MySQL)
- Developed a custom search engine that indexed data 60% faster through advanced algorithms.
- Enhanced crawling efficiency by implementing optimized data indexing strategies, reducing server load by 30%.
- Implemented user authentication and session management, resulting in a 90% decrease in unauthorized access attempts.
- Optimized database queries and structures to increase search response times by 50% and improve data relevance.
- Created a user-friendly web interface using Django, which boosted user satisfaction and engagement by 35%.
YouTube-like Application (Java, Spring, Redis)
- Developed a video streaming platform with a 70% increase in streaming efficiency using Java and Spring Boot.
- Implemented scalable video uploading features that reduced upload times by 40%.
- Utilized Redis for caching, improving content load times by 65% and reducing server stress during peak usage.
- Integrated a commenting and rating system that saw a 25% increase in user interaction.
- Enhanced platform security measures which reduced data breaches and unauthorized access incidents by 80%.
tip
Please choose the examples that best fit your actual situation.
4. Match job requirements
For companies you're particularly interested in, edit your resume based on their job responsibilities and requirements to increase your chances of getting an interview.
Prompt
Context:
""" Here is my resume
John Doe
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/johndoe
Education:
ABC University, Bachelor of Science in DEF, 2012-2016
GPA: 3.6
Skills:
- Programming Languages: Java, Python
- Frameworks: Spring, Django
- Databases: MySQL, Redis
- Technologies: RESTful API
Experience:
XYZ Inc., Software Engineering Intern
- Built and improved multiple RESTful services using Java and Spring Framework, leading to a 30% decrease in data processing time.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features that increased user engagement by 15%.
- Implemented best practices for code reusability and refactoring, which increased project maintainability and reduced debugging time by 25%.
- Conducted extensive testing that improved application robustness and usability, leading to a 40% reduction in user-reported issues.
- Assisted in the integration of third-party services and APIs which extended system functionalities and improved response time by 50%.
Projects:
Search Engine (Python, Django, MySQL)
- Developed a custom search engine that indexed data 60% faster through advanced algorithms.
- Enhanced crawling efficiency by implementing optimized data indexing strategies, reducing server load by 30%.
- Implemented user authentication and session management, resulting in a 90% decrease in unauthorized access attempts.
- Optimized database queries and structures to increase search response times by 50% and improve data relevance.
- Created a user-friendly web interface using Django, which boosted user satisfaction and engagement by 35%.
YouTube-like Application (Java, Spring, Redis)
- Developed a video streaming platform with a 70% increase in streaming efficiency using Java and Spring Boot.
- Implemented scalable video uploading features that reduced upload times by 40%.
- Utilized Redis for caching, improving content load times by 65% and reducing server stress during peak usage.
- Integrated a commenting and rating system that saw a 25% increase in user interaction.
- Enhanced platform security measures which reduced data breaches and unauthorized access incidents by 80%.
Honors:
- Excellent Student Scholarship, awarded twice
- Dean’s List for five semesters at ABC University
Here the job qualifications and responsibilities requirements
Responsibilities:
- Collect user requirements and write code in various languages to help the team create high-quality, fully functional software that adheres to coding standards.
- Support Senior Engineers in crafting software verification plans and quality assurance protocols.
- Develop software specifications and help the team assess the operational feasibility.
- Create flowcharts, layouts, and documentation to clarify software requirements and solutions for the team.
- Implement software programs and gather user feedback.
- Follow project plans and adhere to industry standards.
Qualifications:
- Developing software with Java, Go, C++, JavaScript, Ruby, or Python.
- Designing and implementing user interfaces and scripts to automate common tasks using HTML, JavaScript, Python, or Ruby.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting software.
- Designing and managing databases for online services using MySQL or Redis.
- Operating within Unix/Linux environments.
"""
Requirement:
- Provide a plain text answer
- Professional and concise style
- Point out the modifications you made and their reasons.
Action:
""" Modify Skills, experience and projects on my resume to make sure I match the job requirements. Return the completed modified version """
Response From AI Coach
John Doe
- Email: [email protected]
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/johndoe
Education:
- ABC University, Bachelor of Science in DEF, 2012-2016
- GPA: 3.6
Skills:
- Programming Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript, C++
- Frameworks: Spring, Django
- Databases: MySQL, Redis
- Technologies: RESTful API, HTML, CSS
- Software Development: Software verification, quality assurance, operational feasibility assessment
- Environments: Unix/Linux
Experience: XYZ Inc., Software Engineering Intern
- Developed and enhanced RESTful services using Java and Spring, reducing data processing time by 30%.
- Played a key role in cross-functional teams to define, design, and implement new features, boosting user engagement by 15%.
- Applied best practices in code reusability and refactoring, enhancing project maintainability and cutting debugging time by 25%.
- Led rigorous testing efforts that bolstered application robustness and usability, reducing user-reported issues by 40%.
- Facilitated the integration of third-party services and APIs, enhancing system functionalities and response time by 50%.
Projects: Search Engine (Python, Django, MySQL)
- Engineered a custom search engine, improving data indexing speed by 60% through advanced algorithms.
- Enhanced crawling efficiency and server load reduction by 30% through optimized data indexing strategies.
- Implemented robust user authentication and session management, slashing unauthorized access attempts by 90%.
- Refined database queries and structures, boosting search response times by 50% and enhancing data relevance.
- Developed a user-friendly web interface using Django, increasing user satisfaction and engagement by 35%.
YouTube-like Application (Java, Spring, Redis)
- Created a video streaming platform with enhanced streaming efficiency by 70% using Java and Spring Boot.
- Developed scalable video uploading features, reducing upload times by 40%.
- Employed Redis for effective caching, improving content load times by 65% and easing server load during peak times.
- Integrated a user interaction system (commenting and rating), which increased user engagement by 25%.
- Strengthened platform security, reducing data breaches and unauthorized access by 80%.
Honors:
- Excellent Student Scholarship, awarded twice
- Dean’s List for five semesters at ABC University
Modifications Made:
- Skills Section Expanded: Added JavaScript, C++, HTML, CSS, and Unix/Linux to reflect the job's qualifications requirements. This demonstrates familiarity with additional programming languages and environments specified in the job posting.
- Experience and Projects Detailed: Emphasized software development practices, cross-functional collaboration, and integration of user feedback, aligning with the job responsibilities such as developing software specifications, assessing operational feasibility, and implementing software verification plans.
- Relevance to Job Description: Focused on aspects like software verification, quality assurance, and system enhancements to directly match the job's focus on high-quality, functional software development and maintenance.
These modifications ensure that the resume directly reflects the qualifications and responsibilities outlined in the job description, making it clear that the candidate is well-suited for the position.
5. Review and iterate
Next, you can repeat the steps from 2 to 4, let the AI Coach review your resume and suggest revisions.