Writing a resume for an entry level tech job may not be the most straightforward process, but with a good understanding of your own skills and qualifications, as well as knowing what employers are looking for, you can blow your competitors out of the water.
Make sure to list your educational backgrounds in reverse chronological order. Next, you should use concise wording to describe your skills and how they are applicable to the job description. You should consider which fields you have the most experience in. For example, if you have coding experience it is not enough to say you have coded in C++ but you should include the type of programs you are most experienced in coding. You can say you are familiar with sort algorithms and how that type of program will contribute to the job.
Remove all vague work experiences such as retail or volunteer work. Employers are generally not keen on anything that is not related to tech. Also do NOT make your resume look like a list of courses. You need to demonstrate your skills MORE than your knowledge. Remember, its about SIGNAL, not about whatever courses or institutions you attended. It is equally important to pay attention to your specialization in your summary. Don't go all over the place. Instead focus on your area of specialty and expand on that to create a lasting impression on your reader.
Next, include past projects you have successfully completed. Keep in mind that depth means more than breadth. Listing 3-5 well executed projects is more impactful that listing 10 semi-completed ones. Each project should contain 2-4 bullet points with specifics and any links if applicable. For a junior coding position, it is important to be aware of what employers are after. The following skills stand out as the most relevant:
Ability to read and understand existing code
Familiarity with version control (Git)
Basic understanding of complexity (Big-O)
Exposure to debugging and testing
You don't need to include all of that. But make sure to have at least 2 of the 4 to make yourself stand out from your competitors. Soft skills are the least important when it comes to a novice tech position. So do NOT say things like: 'strong team player', ' excellent communication skills', or 'always punctual'. They mean little to nothing in the eyes of recruiters and hiring managers.