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Get interview-ready for your next software development job application and create an eye-catching resume and portfolio that will stand out to employers!

Ready to apply for your next software development job? Great! Now it’s time to power up your resume and fine-tune your interview skills.

This Software Developer Job Guide: Resume & Interview Preparation course gives you expert help and guidance on how to identify the best vacancies for you, draft a resume that will catch the eye of an employer, apply for your dream jobs, and prepare for interviews.

You will learn:

The job roles and career opportunities you can pursue as a software developer and how to pursue them with confidence.
How to create an eye-catching resume, cover letter, portfolio, and elevator pitch, with hands-on activities to help you fine-tune yours as you learn.
How the job interview process works, what different types of interviews to expect, and how to prepare for them.
How to excel in interviews, with invaluable tips and guidance from experts on preparing for questions and professional presentations.

Course Overview

The demand for software developers is constantly growing and there is no shortage of vacancies on the job market. However… when you’re just starting out as a software developer, you need a resume and interview skills that stand out above the rest to catch the eye of an employer.

During this course, you’ll fine-tune your understanding of the role of a software developer and review the various career opportunities open to you. You’ll get expert guidance on how to find the job vacancies that match your skills and interests, including how to research job listings, create a standout resume, and present a portfolio you can talk about in interviews.

Additionally, you’ll learn about the job interview cycle and consider different interview formats and preparation strategies. Plus, you’ll explore useful techniques for excelling in an interview, and get top tips on how to answer questions with confidence and present yourself professionally.

With a blend of expert guidance, hands-on exercises, and real-world examples, this course comprehensively prepares you for applying for your next job as a software developer.

If you’re looking to catch the eye of an employer with an exceptional resume and excel in interviews, enroll today. Your next job is just around the corner!

Course Syllabus

Module 0: Welcome

Video: Course Introduction
Reading: General Information
Reading: Learning Objectives and Syllabus
Reading: Grading Scheme

Module 1: Building a Foundation

Reading: Module 1 Introduction and Learning Objectives
Reading: Job Role Titles
Reading: IBM Certificates for Software Engineering Skills
Video: Understanding the Role of a Software Engineer
Video: Introduction to Full Stack Software Development PC
Video: Introduction to DevOps and Software Engineering PC
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Paths to Software Engineering
Video: Opportunities in Software Development
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Software Engineering Roles and Required Skills
Video: Build your portfolio
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Optimal Portfolios
Video: Learner Testimonials
Video: Draft your resume
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Attention-Getting Resumes
Lab: Draft your Resume
Reading: Gathering References
Reading: Drafting an Elevator Pitch
Lab: Draft your Basic Cover Letter
Video: Expert Viewpoints: What Sets Apart a Great Software Engineering Candidate
Practice Quiz: Module 1: Building a Foundation
Graded Quiz: Module 1: Building a Foundation

Module 2: Applying and Preparing to Interview

Reading: Module 2 Introduction and Learning Objectives
Video: Company and Industry Research
Video: Networking Online and Off
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Building Your Network
Video: Assessing job listings
Video: Expert Viewpoint: A Closer Look at Job Listings
Lab: Apply for a Job
Video: Technical Review Fundamentals
Video: Refreshing Essential Software Development Skills
Video: Interview rehearsal
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Job Interview Prep
Lab: Prepare for an Interview
Practice Quiz: Module 2: Applying and Preparing to Interview
Graded Quiz: Module 2: Applying and Preparing to Interview

Module 3: Interviewing

Reading: Module 3 Introduction and Learning Objectives
Video: Overview of the Interview Process
Video: Expert Viewpoint: A Typical Interview Cycle
Reading: Unethical Questions and Behaviors
Video: Mock Interview of a Software Engineer: Part 1
Video: Mock Interview of a Software Engineer: Part 2
Video: Mock Interview of a Software Engineer: Part 3
Video: Interview Analysis
Video: Best Practices: Getting an Interview
Video: Best Practices: Interview Preparation
Video: Coding Challenges in Software Engineering
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Case Study Insights
Reading: Second-round Screening
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Tech Screen Expectations
Video: Final interviewing
Video: Interviewing: Discussing a Project
Lab: Coding Challenge Level 1
Lab: Coding Challenge Level 1 Solution
Lab: Coding Challenge Level 2
Lab: Coding Challenge Level 2 Solution
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Interviewing
Reading: After the interview
Video: Expert Viewpoint: Negotiating an Offer
Reading: Check list
Practice Quiz: Module 3: Interviewing
Graded Quiz: Module 3: Interviewing

Module: Course Wrap-up

Reading: Congrats and Next Steps

Reading: Thanks from the Course Team

Reading: Copyrights and Trademarks

Prerequisites

This course does not have any prerequisites.

To build the skills you need to be a successful software developer, we recommend that you enroll in the full Professional Certificate program and complete the courses in sequence. In just a few months, you’ll the full set of job-ready skills and practical experience you need to ensure your resume stands out to potential employers!

Offered By: IBMSkillsNetwork

Software Developer Job Guide: Resume & Interview Preparation

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Prerequisites

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