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Use Exact Keywords
Copy exact keywords and phrases from the job description into your resume. ATS systems match exact strings, not synonyms.
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Simple Formatting
Avoid tables, columns, graphics, and headers/footers. ATS bots read left-to-right, top-to-bottom — simple formatting wins.
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Quantify Your Impact
Replace vague statements with numbers: "Improved performance" → "Improved performance by 40%, reducing load time from 3s to 1.8s".
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Strong Action Verbs
Start each bullet with a strong action verb: Led, Built, Designed, Implemented, Increased, Reduced, Managed, Launched.
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Right Length
Fresher: 1 page. 1–5 years experience: 1–1.5 pages. 5+ years: 2 pages max. Quality over quantity every time.
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Tailor for Each Job
Don't send the same resume everywhere. Customize your summary and skills for each specific job description you apply to.