This work offers detailed advice on all aspects of technical resume creation, from objective statements to the best ways to list experience, training and education with a list of key technology words. Interviews with IT hiring managers provide explanations on what they look for and why. Also included is a resume encyclopaedia section featuring 50 sample resumes, both good and bad, annotated to illustrate most important do's and don'ts to help technical professionals learn to market themselves effectively and to avoid common mistakes.

Table of Contents

Ch. 1: Standing out in the Crowd Ch. 2: Anatomy of a Technical Resume Ch. 3: Resumes for the eWorld -- Electronic Resumes That Get Noticed Ch. 4: Uncovering Your Hidden Talents and Attributes Ch. 5: The Cover Letter Ch. 6: Common Resume Dilemmas Ch. 7: Creative Ways to Turn Hobbies into ExperienceCh. 8: How to Network in the IT Industry!When You Don't Know Anyone Ch. 9: Resume Faux Pas - Why You Are Not Getting Any Calls Ch. 10: Resume Encyclopedia Ch. 11: Finding the IT Jobs Online Ch. 12: The Interview Appendix A: Special International Considerations

About the Author

Paula Moreira (Orange County, CA) is the VP of eLearning for New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, the largest IT training organization in the world, which trains over 2 million individuals per year. She is also the Career Tech editor for Certification Magazine. Robyn Thorpe (Orange County, CA) is a seasoned writer who has spent the last two years focused on career issues of IT professionals. She has interviewed numerous IT managers who have provided her with unique insight into IT management.