The Final Checklist

A last pass across every document

Before applying, review the whole package as a reviewer would. Is every claim true and something you can discuss in depth? Do the strongest, most relevant bullets appear first? Is the format simple, consistent and text-based? Is this version tailored to the role without adding anything false? Do the links work, and do they lead to a current GitHub profile, curated pins, READMEs with demos and green CI? Do LinkedIn and your site match the resume's facts? Has at least one other person read it? Then apply, track what you sent, and keep improving.

Resume and portfolio checklist

Use it before every application round.

Resume
[ ] every claim true and explainable in an interview
[ ] header: name, email, location, GitHub, LinkedIn; no unnecessary personal data
[ ] sections ordered by strongest relevant evidence; roles most recent first
[ ] bullets: action + what + impact; honest numbers or concrete specifics
[ ] skills grouped and defensible; no keyword stuffing or hidden text
[ ] single column, standard headings, text-based PDF, sensible length
[ ] tailored to this job description; version recorded in application log

GitHub and projects
[ ] profile README short and current
[ ] pins: relevant, runnable, your own work
[ ] READMEs: problem, demo, screenshots, how to run, decisions, credits
[ ] live demos working; no secrets or real personal data
[ ] clean commits; tests and CI passing; badges green or removed
[ ] open source contributions described accurately with links

Everywhere
[ ] LinkedIn and site facts match the resume
[ ] feedback from at least one other person
[ ] all links checked this week

Small, regular updates

Add new achievements to your brag document and master resume every month or two, so updating before a job search takes an hour instead of a weekend.

त्वरित जाँच: Which item matters most on the final checklist?

• Every technology you have heard of is listed
• The resume uses at least three colours
• Every claim is true and something you can discuss in an interview
• The contribution graph is completely green