I saw this tweet and Iβve been asked this question myself a couple of times so I wanted to highlight this as a reference for others, and collect my thoughts into one place.
I've been getting a lot of messages regarding job hunting as a Software Developer. Let's get a thread going with advice for developers looking for jobs!
My advice: Keep LinkedIn up-to-date. Recruiters will reach out if your profile is full of great information about yourself!
β Emma Bostian
(@emmabostian ) September 30, 2018
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Know what you want. E.g. Do you want a startup with scrappy hours but more influence or a big company with more structure but where you have less control?
You donβt have to have a public profile.
If you do have a public profile, make sure it reflects you well.
Doesnβt have to be a blog, but always be thinking about teaching others what youβre currently learning. It really helps you in appraisals, interviews and networking because youβre already reflecting on your skills, and you can more easily help others
Apply even if you donβt meet all the criteria. In most companies βmust havesβ arenβt. Youβll need to meet some, and be prepared to learn others, but donβt wait until youβre 90% ready.
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