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ODXT
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Resume question:

I have knowledge of the tools and languages used where I'm applying. But my experience is in a completely different area (still CS though).

Any thoughts how I can let the employer know that I am skilled? Even if my experience doesn't show it.

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  • 2
    What made you skilled in it? Because the process of being skilled in something IS experience
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    @Codex404
    Example: If you studied Java, and make apps for yourself every once in a while. But your job is making websites, focused on PHP and JavaScript. How can you show that you know Java, with the entire vocabulary associated with it?
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    @ODXT build a dummy app (although make it look real) built in said tools.

    This will show you have experience using the tools, and nothing beats examples.
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    @C0D4
    Thanks, I'll do this. 😁
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    Having open projects on GitHub also helps a lot. Shows you are motivated. Additionally, they can see if you know how to architect/structure your code etc
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