Okay, I've reviewed João's resume.

Here's my feedback, keeping in mind the

principles of leading with impact, using metrics, and being direct:

Overall Impressions:

João has a good starting point, especially coming straight from 42 Lisboa.
The resume is clean and easy to read. However, it needs to be more
impactful and showcase his potential as a junior developer more effectively.
We need to translate his enthusiasm and project experience into tangible
skills and accomplishments.

Specific Feedback & Suggestions:

• Profile:

◦ Problem: It's too generic. It states the obvious ("want to learn in a

real job environment").
◦ Solution: Reframe it as a concise summary of his key skills and
career goals. Highlight his passion for software development and
eagerness to contribute to a team. Instead of saying he "likes
coding," mention specific areas he's enthusiastic about (e.g.,
systems programming, web development). Quantify his experience
at 42 Lisboa (e.g., "Completed the rigorous Common Core
curriculum at 42 Lisboa, focusing on...").
◦ Revised Example: "Highly motivated junior software developer
with a strong foundation in C, Python, and systems programming
gained through the intensive Common Core program at 42 Lisboa.
Eager to contribute to a collaborative team and apply problem-
solving skills to develop innovative solutions."

• Experience (Waiter Roles):

◦ Problem: These roles are fine to include, but the descriptions are
weak and don't highlight transferable skills.
◦ Solution: Focus on transferable skills like customer service,
teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. Quantify
achievements where possible.
◦ Revised Example (Coffee House): "Coffee House, Lisbon
(2019-2022): Provided excellent customer service to an average of
50+ customers daily, consistently receiving positive feedback.
Collaborated effectively with a team of 5 to ensure smooth
operations and customer satisfaction. Managed cash register
operations, accurately processing transactions and resolving
discrepancies."
◦ Revised Example (Sunset Bistro): "Sunset Bistro, Lisbon
(2018-2019): Addressed customer needs promptly and efficiently,
resolving issues to ensure a positive dining experience. Maintained
a clean and organized restaurant environment, adhering to strict
hygiene standards."
• Education:

◦ Problem: It's too basic.

◦ Solution: Expand on the curriculum and highlight key skills
learned. Mention specific projects or areas of focus within the
Common Core program.
◦ Revised Example: "42 Lisboa – Common Core (2024): Intensive,
project-based curriculum focused on C, Python, and systems
programming. Developed strong problem-solving, algorithmic
thinking, and collaborative coding skills through hands-on
projects, including MiniShell and Libft."

• Skills:

◦ Problem: "A bit of JavaScript" is vague. Soft skills are listed

without context.
◦ Solution: Be specific about JavaScript skills (e.g., "Basic
understanding of HTML/CSS and JavaScript for front-end
development"). Provide context for soft skills by linking them to
specific experiences or projects.
◦ Revised Example:
▪ Programming Languages: C, Python, Bash, JavaScript (Basic
HTML/CSS)
▪ Tools: Git, VS Code
▪ Soft Skills:
▪ Teamwork: Demonstrated through collaborative
projects at 42 Lisboa and in customer service roles.
▪ Communication: Effectively communicated with
customers and colleagues in fast-paced environments.
▪ Problem-solving: Developed strong problem-solving
skills through complex coding challenges and debugging
exercises.

• Projects:

◦ Problem: Descriptions are too high-level.

◦ Solution: Provide more detail about the project's purpose,
technologies used, and specific accomplishments. Quantify the
impact of the project where possible.
◦ Revised Example (MiniShell): "MiniShell (42 Project):
Developed a functional Unix shell in C, implementing core
functionalities such as process creation, execution, and signal
handling. Gained in-depth knowledge of system calls, process
management, and command-line parsing. Successfully handled
various edge cases and error conditions, resulting in a robust and
reliable shell implementation."
◦ Revised Example (Libft): "Libft (42 Project): Created a
comprehensive C library of commonly used functions, including
memory allocation, string manipulation, and data structure
implementations. Optimized code for performance and memory
efficiency, demonstrating a strong understanding of pointers and
 memory management principles. This library served as a
foundation for subsequent projects."
◦ Revised Example (Personal Website): "Personal Website:
Designed and developed a basic HTML/CSS website to showcase
projects and skills. Gained experience in front-end development,
web design principles, and version control using Git. Actively
working on expanding the site with more projects and features."

• Interests:

◦ Problem: Too generic and doesn't add much value.

◦ Solution: Tailor interests to align with potential job opportunities.
If he's interested in game development, mention specific game
engines or technologies he's exploring.
◦ Revised Example: "Passionate about exploring new technologies
and contributing to open-source projects. Currently learning React
and experimenting with game development using Unity."

Revised Resume:

Here's a revised version of João's resume incorporating the feedback above:

``` JOÃO SILVA 123-456-7890 | [email protected]

Profile

Highly motivated junior software developer with a strong foundation in C,

Python, and systems programming gained through the intensive Common
Core program at 42 Lisboa. Eager to contribute to a collaborative team and
apply problem-solving skills to develop innovative solutions. Passionate
about exploring new technologies and contributing to open-source projects.

Experience

Waiter, Coffee House, Lisbon (2019-2022)

• Provided excellent customer service to an average of 50+ customers

daily, consistently receiving positive feedback.
• Collaborated effectively with a team of 5 to ensure smooth operations
and customer satisfaction.
• Managed cash register operations, accurately processing transactions
and resolving discrepancies.

Waiter, Sunset Bistro, Lisbon (2018-2019)

• Addressed customer needs promptly and efficiently, resolving issues to

ensure a positive dining experience.
• Maintained a clean and organized restaurant environment, adhering to
strict hygiene standards.

Education
42 Lisboa – Common Core (2024)

• Intensive, project-based curriculum focused on C, Python, and systems

programming.
• Developed strong problem-solving, algorithmic thinking, and
collaborative coding skills through hands-on projects, including
MiniShell and Libft.

Skills

• Programming Languages: C, Python, Bash, JavaScript (Basic HTML/

CSS)
• Tools: Git, VS Code
• Soft Skills:
◦ Teamwork: Demonstrated through collaborative projects at 42
Lisboa and in customer service roles.
◦ Communication: Effectively communicated with customers and
colleagues in fast-paced environments.
◦ Problem-solving: Developed strong problem-solving skills
through complex coding challenges and debugging exercises.

Projects

MiniShell (42 Project)

• Developed a functional Unix shell in C, implementing core

functionalities such as process creation, execution, and signal handling.
• Gained in-depth knowledge of system calls, process management, and
command-line parsing.
• Successfully handled various edge cases and error conditions, resulting
in a robust and reliable shell implementation.

Libft (42 Project)

• Created a comprehensive C library of commonly used functions,

including memory allocation, string manipulation, and data structure
implementations.
• Optimized code for performance and memory efficiency, demonstrating
a strong understanding of pointers and memory management
principles.
• This library served as a foundation for subsequent projects.

Personal Website

• Designed and developed a basic HTML/CSS website to showcase

projects and skills.
• Gained experience in front-end development, web design principles,
and version control using Git.
• Actively working on expanding the site with more projects and features.

Interests
Currently learning React and experimenting with game development using
Unity. ```

Key Improvements in the Revised Resume:

• Stronger Profile: More focused and highlights key skills and

aspirations.
• Quantified Achievements: Added metrics to the waiter experience to
demonstrate impact.
• Detailed Project Descriptions: Provided more technical details and
accomplishments for each project.
• Contextualized Soft Skills: Linked soft skills to specific experiences.
• Targeted Interests: Aligned interests with potential job opportunities.

Final Advice:

• Tailor the Resume: Customize the resume for each job application,
highlighting the skills and experiences that are most relevant to the
specific role.
• Proofread Carefully: Ensure there are no typos or grammatical
errors.
• Get Feedback: Ask friends, mentors, or career counselors to review
the resume and provide feedback.
• Keep it Concise: Aim for one page, especially with limited professional
experience.

By implementing these changes, João's resume will be much more effective

in showcasing his skills and potential to prospective employers. Good luck to
him!