description: No nonsense, step-by-step guide for writing your resume for FAANG software engineering roles
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Have you ever encountered mysteriously never getting shortlisted for positions at certain companies despite having strong relevant experience in your resume?
This guide helps you prevent that and improve your chances of getting shortlisted for software engineering jobs.
From my experience as a FAANG interviewer as well as my discussions with countless recruiters, I have collated a very concise, no-bullshit summary of the exact steps you need to prepare your resume for a FAANG software engineering job application.
<!--**Tip**: TODO If you haven't already, read my guide on the fastest way to build up the relevant experience to get your first job as a software engineer. -->
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