Welcome to AthenaCodes' Resume/Interview Preparation page!

Your success in technical interviews depends on more than just coding skills. This section provides a comprehensive collection of tools, platforms, and resources to help you build your professional brand, practice technical challenges, and prepare for behavioral questions. Whether you're crafting your GitHub profile, refining your interview responses, or solving coding problems, we've got you covered!

Behavioural Interview Preparation Tools

Behavioural Interview Questions Document

📌 Resource: Behavioral Interview Questions Document
💡 Description:
Behavioural interviews are a key part of the hiring process. This document provides a list of behavioral questions categorized by the traits they assess — such as leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork.

GitHub and Profile-Building Tools

🖥️ GitHub Profile Designer

📌 Tool: GitHub Profile Designer
💡 Description:
Your GitHub profile is one of the first things employers check. Use this tool to customize your GitHub profile with interactive widgets, professional bios, and a visually appealing design.

Technical Interview Prep Platforms

🧩 LeetCode

📌 Platform: LeetCode
💡 Description:
LeetCode is a versatile platform for practicing technical interview problems. It offers hundreds of coding challenges across various difficulty levels, covering topics like data structures, algorithms, and system design.

📚 Grind 75

📌 Platform: Grind 75
💡 Description:
Grind 75 is a customizable study plan for practicing LeetCode problems. It recommends the most important 75+ questions to maximize your preparation time.

🛠️ HackerRank

📌 Platform: HackerRank
💡 Description:
HackerRank is a popular platform for tech assessments and remote coding interviews. It provides a range of questions and timed tests to help you practice under pressure.

🧠 Interview Cake

📌 Resource: Interview Cake
💡 Description:
Interview Cake provides insightful articles and guides on data structures and algorithms. It’s particularly valuable for breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand explanations.

📘 Tech Interview Handbook

📌 Resource: Tech Interview Handbook
💡 Description:
This comprehensive GitHub resource covers everything you need to know about preparing for technical interviews. It includes sections on coding challenges, behavioral interview tips, resume preparation, and salary negotiation.

📚 Coding Interview University

📌 Resource: Coding Interview University
💡 Description:
This extensive guide is a complete computer science study plan designed to prepare you for software engineering interviews. It covers everything from data structures and algorithms to system design and networking.

🧩 The Algorithms - Python

📌 Resource: The Algorithms - Python
💡 Description:
This GitHub repository offers a collection of Python-based algorithms. Each algorithm includes a README file and detailed explanations, making it a fantastic resource for learning and practicing algorithms.

🎤 Mock Interview Tools

🤖 Google’s Interview Warmup Tool

📌 Tool: Interview Warmup
💡 Description:
Google’s Interview Warmup is a cutting-edge tool that allows you to practice mock interviews in a stress-free, self-paced environment. It covers both technical and behavioral questions and offers instant feedback to help you improve.

The Tech Interview HandBook

This resource, developed by the founder of the infamous Blind 75 Leetcode series is an organized, curated compilation that addresses all the interview prep essentials - from building an ATS-friendly resume to acing different types of interviews, and even strategizing for offer negotiations. It's a step-by-step manual built to cater to the busy aspiring tech professional.

Check it out at the Tech Interview Handbook 

GitHub Interview Prep Repositories .

Introducing Nick's Interview Guide, a comprehensive resource created by Nick, a senior software engineer at Microsoft with extensive experience in software engineering interviews.

It is provided free of charge, and if you find value in this work, Nick would appreciate your support by starring the repository on GitHub.

Discover the Placement-Preparation-Complete Roadmap Github repository, an extensive collection of questions and solutions essential for excelling in coding rounds and technical interviews at tech companies. This repository serves as a comprehensive guide to help you crack your dream company by providing all the necessary resources consolidated from various sources.

Updating Your Resume

Crafting a compelling and effective resume can open doors to numerous opportunities. Here's how to optimize your resume to catch recruiters' attention and highlight your skills and experiences effectively.

  • Tailor your resume to the job you're applying for. Highlight the skills and experiences that align with the job description.

  • Start each bullet point in your work experience section with action verbs. This makes your resume more dynamic and easier to read.

  • Your resume should be concise and to the point. Aim for one page, especially if you're an undergraduate student or new graduate.

  • Career Services - University of Pennsylvania: A detailed guide on creating impactful resumes, with samples and tips on structure, content, and formatting.

    Resume and CV Guide - The Balance Careers: This resource provides step-by-step instructions for writing resumes and CVs, including choosing the right format, avoiding common mistakes, and more.

    Resume Writing Tips - Harvard University: Offers useful tips for writing resumes and cover letters, from brainstorming to proofreading.

    How To Write A Resume - Purdue University: A thorough guide covering different resume formats, sections, and samples for various occupations.

    Resume Guide - Indeed: This guide from Indeed provides tips on how to write a resume that stands out, including how to use keywords and action verbs effectively.

LinkedIn

LinkedIn has become an indispensable platform for career networking, job hunting, and professional development, especially for students and young professionals in tech. It can open doors to myriad opportunities and enable you to connect with like-minded professionals worldwide.

Here are a few tips on how to make the most of LinkedIn:

  • Use LinkedIn's job search feature to discover opportunities. You can filter by location, industry, and job function, and even set up job alerts.

  • Use a professional photo, write a compelling headline, and make sure your summary reflects your professional interests and aspirations.

  • Connect with classmates, teachers, colleagues, and join groups relevant to your industry.

  • Regularly share updates, engage with your network's content, and publish posts or articles to establish your online presence.