From the course: Developer Career Paths and Certifications
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Submitting an application
From the course: Developer Career Paths and Certifications
Submitting an application
- Submitting an application means you're going to be competing with a lot of people for the same job. As a matter of fact, the average job opening attracts 250 resumes, and only 2% of applications will make it past this first phase. So the key to landing a job through an application is making sure you match their requirements. Read through them, and make sure you address those in your resume or profile. Now, don't get too discouraged by overly detailed job qualifications. Sometimes having a related experience with a similar technology will work. For example, if you're great at React, you might be able to apply for a job that requires Vue.js. Companies understand that some training will need to happen, especially in more entry-level positions. LinkedIn can be a great resource because you can find people who are in the company with the same job title you're applying for. And you can look at their profile. What worked for…
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