Start with a focused summary (2–4 lines)
Write the role you want, your strongest skills, and the kind of outcomes you can deliver. Example: “Frontend Developer (React) focused on performance and UX, built 4 production projects, improved Lighthouse scores and shipped responsive dashboards.”
Lead with projects (your projects are your experience)
In 2026, recruiters expect proof. Add 2–4 projects with: stack, your contribution, measurable impact, and a live link or repository. Treat each project like mini-work experience.
Keep education concise
Include degree, institute, graduation year, and CGPA only if strong. Add relevant coursework only if it directly supports the role (e.g., DSA for SWE, Statistics for Data).
Add skills in groups (so ATS matches faster)
Group skills into categories: Languages, Frameworks, Tools, Databases, Cloud. This reads better and helps ATS parsing. Keep it honest — recruiters validate quickly in interviews.
Make your portfolio do the heavy lifting
A resume gets you the click. A portfolio gets you the belief. Add 1 portfolio link with 2–3 polished case studies: problem, approach, screenshots, results.
Write bullets like an experienced candidate
Even as a fresher, your bullets should show impact. Use: action verb + what you built + tools + result. If you do not have numbers, describe clear outcomes: automated a manual step, improved UX, reduced bugs, added tests, or optimized load time.
Make it placement-ready for campus drives
For campus hiring, recruiters compare many similar profiles. Make your resume instantly scannable: top skills near the top, 2–4 strong projects, and a clean one-page layout. Add links to GitHub/portfolio only if they look professional and are easy to open.