Profile Readiness Checklist
Struggling to land interviews? Our Profile Readiness Checklist identifies gaps in your resume, LinkedIn, GitHub, and portfolio before applying. Optimize your job application strategy and boost your chances of getting hired with our comprehensive evaluation tool.
Resume Readiness
Ensure your resume showcases your skills effectively and passes ATS systems.
Include recent projects, technologies, and achievements
Use standard fonts, clear sections, and avoid graphics
Match job descriptions with your skills and experience
Use numbers, percentages, and specific metrics
Professional email, LinkedIn URL, GitHub profile
Senior roles may justify 2 pages, but be concise
LinkedIn Profile Health
Optimize your LinkedIn presence to attract recruiters and hiring managers.
Clear, high-quality photo with professional attire
Show value proposition, not just current role
Tell your story, highlight achievements and skills
Include key responsibilities and achievements
Top 10 skills should match your target roles
From colleagues, managers, or clients
Show thought leadership and industry engagement
GitHub & Proof of Work
Demonstrate your coding skills through a well-maintained GitHub profile.
Clear bio, profile photo, and contact information
Pin 4-6 repositories that demonstrate your skills
Explain what the project does, how to run it
Regular contributions show active development
Code quality reflects your programming standards
Full-stack projects, different technologies
Portfolio (Optional)
A portfolio website can set you apart, especially for frontend/full-stack roles.
Even a simple one-page site can make an impact
Include problem solved, technologies used, outcomes
Let employers see your work in action
Many recruiters browse on mobile devices
First impressions matter for developer portfolios
Job Application Strategy
Apply strategically rather than spray-and-pray to maximize success.
Focus on specific role types that match your skills
Understand company culture, tech stack, recent news
Tailor resume and cover letter to job requirements
Reach out to employees, attend events, engage online
Use spreadsheet or tool to manage application status
Interview Readiness Reality Check
Be honest about your interview preparedness to avoid wasting opportunities.
LeetCode, HackerRank, or similar platforms
Situation, Task, Action, Result format for stories
Shows genuine interest and research
Practice with friends, online platforms, or mentors
Brush up on frameworks, tools, and concepts
Final Sanity Check
Last-minute checks before hitting submit on applications.
Research market rates for your experience level
At least 2-3 references who can speak to your work
Clear calendar for multiple interview rounds
Be transparent about availability and constraints
Can articulate your achievements and learnings clearly
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