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The IT (Information Technology) field is an exciting field to work in, especially in the area of Web Development. PHP/MySQL, Cold Fusion, Perl/CGI is also popular Web languages.
Job security is another factor that stands out as compared to other fields, which make it relatively stable. I want to give some key information you can add to your resume that have worked for me in getting my last Web Development jobs. The following tips below are actual section headings I have listed on my resume:
1. Education - The first thing that most companies like to see is a degree listed on your resume whether it's an associate or bachelor but primarily a bachelors degree. A major or minor in Computer Science or Related degree if preferable.
2. Career Summary - You need to write a nice summary of your overall experience along with the total years worked in the field. Here is a quick example of how to start the wording: "Over 15 years of Web Development experience in the field of Computer Information Systems".
3. Operating Systems/Hardware Platforms - You should list the Operating Systems and Hardware Platforms you have worked with previously.
4. Languages - Add any programming languages you have experience with and make sure to add the ones that match the development job you are applying for.
5. Employment History/Experience - List your job experience with the most current jobs listed first. Make sure you gear your experience toward the job you are applying for which will get the hiring manager's attention the more your experience matches what the company is looking for. You should be truthfully about your experience in gearing it toward the job you are applying for.
The main heading, sub heading and section headings should all be in bold print.
You should add or include any certification on your resume, which will be plus in getting an interview. The reasons I didn't list a heading for certifications above is because I didn't have any but have successfully gotten Web Development job without it.
Remember I said I would discuss the job offers I received, well one additional reason for me getting the interviews and offers I mentioned was that I place my resume on the Monster (Monster.com) and Career Builder (CareerBuilder.com) websites. These are popular websites where managers from high tech companies are constantly looking to hire Web Developers and Computer Programmers. Acquiring lots of experience as a Web Developer will come over time but be truthful and add information and experience to your resume that will be geared toward the job you are applying for. Good luck in your job searches.