features
missing period
features
missing period
adaptability
adapting
,
should drop this comma
Collaborated with a diverse team of 10+ members
Not really sure if the team member amount is relevant here, especially so since you've now proven you can work in a team with your internships, so we could probably drop this here and in the QuickCash one as well
that allows the
some of these kinds of fragments we can probably slash off and reword instead - similar to "which".
ThreeJS
ThreeJS here but Three.js in the project stack list - we should probably keep it consistent
IOS
iOS with a lowercase i?
Present
Not a nit but just surprised on the pure time length of the project lol
Dalhousie Entrance Scholarship: Awarded to students who have shown excellence in high school.
May be still relevant - may not be very soon - let's drop this bullet if we need to
enhancement of ITsystems and services
by how much and with what metric?
Contributed to the development and execution of IT strategies
like what exactly? what's the contribution? how does it help?
es
missing period
Collaborated with Grant Thronton’s national team of 30+ members to analyze, design, and implement IT solutionstailored to meet business requirements
more of analyzing the overall strength of the bullet here - this is just saying you worked in Grant Thorton and not much after that. I wonder if you can describe what you did in your work rather than trying to prove you worked there?
Designed, developed, and analyze
=> Engineered
which required
let's try to drop "which" in future bullets and see if we can just write stuff in a sexier way (I do like the contents in your bullet here, so it should be simple reorganization of words)
Followed strict processes to ensure that the software produced adhered to air worthiness protocols.
duplicate of 2nd bullet - probably unneeded
which required
Usually having these kinds of words show that we can make this sentence better just by swapping the order of things in which they appear:
"Root caused bugs through analysis of system design documents and recorded the runbook to prevent similar issues from propagating in the future." (something along those lines)
used by theRoyal Canadian Air Force for the CH-148 Cyclone helicopter
Curious if this isn't breaking any severe NDA under national security
air worthiness
should this be hyphenated?
we
It's generally not advisable to use a first person language in your bullets
erospace, Mechanical, Electrical, andSoftware
No need to capitalize these
Worked and
Let's drop this in preference for the second action verb "Collaborated"
ystems-Canada
Is the hyphen intentional?
React
React is a library - I think you should make a new section called "libraries" and put a bunch of random libraries in there
Languages
You 10000% know more languages than this! (forgetting python at the very least)
Projects
Make sure this section is long enough to fill the resume
,
typo - space and comma should be swapped
up to date
up-to-date
&
"and"
squarespace
"Squarespace". Also is "Dalhousie Student Union" a "company"?
Significantly increased newsletter impressions through inclusion of eye catching graphics
the 1st bullet seems to cover this.
Also, if the work experience isn't related to your job, you can probably spend less bullet points in here, so let's aim for 2-3 bullets at most, and fill the rest up with projects.
Created visually aesthetic posters and designs in Adobe Photoshop and Canva
action statements
tailor
is "tailor" the right verb? In any case, we should probably start off with the strongest verb instead of the current "collaborated". E.g. "Tailored newsletters using SimplyCast to promote initiatives from departments of the University and Student Union, amassing over 40,000+ impressions"
in the above example, we can even combine the bullet before this, making it a stronger bullet in general and saving space.
&
"and"
Regularly designed and delivered newsletters
Regularly is a weak verb - we should probably start the statement with just "Designed and delivered newsletters"
t
missing comma, should be SimplyCast,
Created a front-end admin dashboard interacting with MongoDB to display and update student data
Probably should revise this - feels a bit empty even though it's following the action statement format.
How about: "Developed the dynamic display of student data in the admin dashboard using MongoDB (and if you used something else, add that here, ie Axios, Mongoose, etc), amplifying the admin experience for managing students." or something else if you know better
Built responsive front-end pages using React & Bootstrap
Action statement
pages are user-friendly
how?
design principals
design principles*
Worked alongside a diverse team to develop a website for a local driving institution throughout a semester
What website? Can you hyperlink? Also, be as specific as possible -- what did YOU do? and what did YOUR actions create WHAT results?
Canadian Way Driver
You should probably pick one or the other, and not both. Generally, this project-based course experience would be under projects over experience though due to the lack of proper leadership (95% of 4th year students know nothing lol)
Software Projects Class)
No need for this specifier
resulting in 100% faster graph generation
what graph? This is a good example of where action statements can help you.
Optimized data processing workflow
how?
&
should generally avoid symbols and prefer English words, e.g. "and"
tailor software to their needs
What software? And what did it result in?
Automated tedious manual data entry tasks and video analysis workflows, accelerating study progress
This seems to be talking about the same thing as the bullet before this. We should probably drop this bullet and make room for something unique
manual data entry
and saved how much time with this?
all in one
all-in-one
L
missing comma, should be ClosedXML,
Developed efficient tools for lab researchers using .NET C# & WinForms
You should make this into an action statement: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/104/ResumeWorkshopHandout2016.pdf.
Also generally, you should try to be as specific as possible to clearly draw out what you did and resulted in what
Sept
You should stick to abbreviated or full month name format (Experience seems to use full month name, so pick and stick with what you prefer)
Emily Carr Secondary School Woodbridge, ONOntario Secondary School Diploma Sept. 2018 - July. 2022
You should drop this - after you get into University, then secondary school is no longer relevant
The UI enablesreconfiguring of beamforming profiles and power settings, allowing for a reconfigurable design.
Should this be a separate bullet?
to allow for
Another case of "you can definitely optimize this because you probably don't need this set of words". For example, "Created a user-friendly UI to provide precision control of the beamformer" is a more concise and optimized sentence
Python based User Interface
Can we just say UI?
Verification methods such as UVM and ABV were used to ensure 100% coverage.
Can we fit this inside a singular sentence?
all controls,
You mentioned "all controls", but I don't understand what it controls. Does it control the proceeding digital communication and timing aspects of the circuit?
which
usually a good sign of "you can definitely make this sentence more optimized". For example, just "handling".
Graduation Project:
Can we drop this?
00% increaseresolutio
From what?
Used Matplotlib and Pandas libraries to create data insights from tests, streamlining both the researchproject, and several other parallel projects regarding the same device.
Should this be a separate bullet?
and usage of the interface and provide direction in identifying optimization
This doesn't quite read like a tangible result and it confuses the readers - can we keep this short and concise?
eliminating a critical bottleneck in the dataacquisition speeds of laser light generation systems.
Should this be a separate bullet because this bullet looks pretty long?
270% bandwidth increase beyond project target
What does this mean?
Ensured compliance with NATO Janus standard.
Can we fit this in a sentence or should this be a separate bullet?
Sci-Kit-Learn
Scikit-learn
Languages: C, C++, VHDL, Verilog, System Verilog, Python, Tcl, MATLAB, AssemblyProgramming Libraries: Keras, Sci-Kit-Learn, Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, PyserialCommunication Protocols: SPI, I2C, UART, RS-232, AXISoftware Tools: Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus, Lattice Diamond, LTSPICE, Ubuntu, Peta Linux, Jira, Bitbucket,Github, ConfluenceTestbench Tools: Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Multimeter, DC Power Supply, Function Generator
you probably have more skills
proof-of-concept communication abstraction layer
used in where?
enabling the softwareengineering team to effortlessly interact with diverse hardware components by using simplified commands.
can be optimized to "providing a facade to simplify usage of ..."
Created an automated data processing script in Python to accelerate the analysis of raw test data and generateinsights
I feel like this can be optimized down to "Used Pandas and Matplotlib to create data insights of raw data, "
both the research project, and several other parallel projects regarding the same device.
"projects across teams" is good enough
Proposed and implemented several HDL firmware modifications
Does anything stand out that we can use as a proper example with tangible data?
enable higher data rates, enabling
"enable to enable" lol we need to ban the word "enable" from your resume completely unless there's no other alternative methods to convey your message
repared an automated hardware test benc
Using what? Also, is writing the mathematical model and preparing an automated hardware test bench two different actions and therefore need two different bullets?
enabling
you like the word "enabling" too much
Wrote a mathematical model
using what?
addressing a bottleneck
which was? and how much of an efficiency increase did you see from this?
NS
should also say Halifax, NS, Canada for consistency across resume if you're applying outside of Canada
Undergraduate Research Assistan
wasn't there also a parallel workflow related bullet???
Remodeled an FPGA based signal transmitter, overseeing
doesn't make sense here -- you start off with "Remodeled" then follow up with another action of "overseeing" which doesn't sync up
enabling real timeprocessing of signal dat
and how does this help exactly?
enabling real-time monitoring of diagnostic data
and how does this help exactly?
real time
real-time
ADC
What's ADC?
system-level test case
using what?
n
fullstop period
a
fullstop period
a
fullstop period
Designed a GUI using Python to allow for fast system reconfiguration and user friendly controls
awkward sentence to read. Thinking it's better to write "Created a Python GUI to allow user-friendly system reconfiguration of the beamformer to support non-technical users." or something along those lines (probably that line doesn't suffice either, but it's less deciphering than the current line.
s
ㅡㅑㄴ냐ㅜㅎ fullstop period
drive system integration
and how did it go?
, and
awkward comma
allowing for systemreconfiguration via SPI communications
What does this mean exactly? Is this the switch that you've designed?
s
missing fullstop period
00% increaseresolution
from what resolution? curious
machine learning toadapt to varying channel conditions
adapt to what kind of channel conditions? How can it be used? What was the accuracy in testing?
Bedford, Nova Scotia, B4B 0Z9
You dont need to add your specific address (you dont need this info at all tbh)
(proficient in object-oriented programming)
There's no need to specify
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alishahzodov/
You can make use of hyperlinks here
Projects
You definitely need to put more projects!
certain scenarios,
what specific scenarios?
though it comes at the cost of higher memory usage
No need to mention this
Debugged code with hand-tracing method to root cause a binary code bug in the CPU.
Weak bullet comparatively -- might request you to drop it
Built and tested 50+ circuits with circuitverse with close to 100% coverage, which formed the core components ofthe CPU
Action statement-fy this
reeing up resources allocated towardsbug-fixing
by how much? Saving how much money with the freed up resources?
,
random space before comma
large codebase, contributing to the maintenance of a software system comprising over 2,000 files.
I almost refuse to believe that you've worked with 2,000 files -- even as a SWE at a FAANG I've never had to maintain 2000 files. I've maybe contributed to 80 files so far.
ccessible way
what does accessible way mean in communication? curious
Created customized learning resources including exercises and challenges for the tutees, promoting proactiveness inlearning, as well as also sharing learning some learning resources which i use, such as leetcode and W3Schools.
Watch your grammar and spelling!
n
Some are missing periods
persons
students'
Provided peer tutoring and academic support to classmates in various computer science courses, including webdevelopment, data structures and algorithms, database systems, and computer programming, leading to a gradeboost of approximately 10% at the end of the semester
Bullet is too long!
With the experience gained with web development fundamentals, A proficiency in Angular, Vue and PHP wasdeveloped
Action statement-fy this
Bachelor of Computer Science,
If your GPA is > 3.5, you should probably put it in there as well
Coding Languages and Databases
Probably better to omit "and Databases"
Demonstrated collaboration, creativity, and adaptability to tackle diverse cybersecurity problems.
Any specific tools you've used for this?
4th place
Curiosity question - out of how many teams?
Used SMTP protocol to send mail to network administrator of detected intrusions
Action statement this one
simulate attacks
what kind of attacks?
howcasing attentionto detail in system design.
I feel like "showcasing attention to detail" is never the result here -- what are something tangible instead? For example, did you end up fixing some vulnerabilities using your own custom NIDS?
Conducted vulnerability assessments and classified malicious activities
with your own NIDS? Or something else?
machine learning
using what? Also, how was it tested? Accuracy?
(Wireshark library for Python)
No need for this
analyzing log data
curiosity question - can you simulate AND analyze using nmap? or did you need two different tools?
like nmap
like nmap or just nmap?
nteractive dashboards
using what?
Designed and implemented a fully functional SIEM home lab
Bold that doesn't need bolding (I'll stop giving feedback for bolding from now on, I think you understand the point now lol)
Elastic SIEM-Based Threat Detection & Log Analysis Home Lab
Is this a single project? Or is it two projects?
Software Developer, Barter Trader
Software Developer Intern or real Software Developer?
Also I think you need more technical bullets with proper results
Worked independently and as part of a team to implement innovative solutions, consistently meeting objectives andshowing the ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment.
I feel like Agile bullet can even be combined with this one as well
Utilized Confluence for documenting project requirements, tracking progress, and collaborating with team members toensure smooth communication and project alignment.
Can we combine the hypothetical Agile bullet this this one?
Confluence
Another bold that doesn't need bolding
adhering to Agiledevelopment methodologies and the MVVM design pattern
These two topics (Agile and MVVM) can probably be their own bullets
Designed and implemented scalable and secure features in an Android application using Java,
How did you make it scalable? "Using Java" doesn't prove anything here
Software Developer, Barter Trader
Same feedback here about visually separating your employer and your role
Tutor, Dalhousie University
There should be some sort of visual separation between your role and the employer instead of just a singular comma.
simplify complex programming and information security concepts
"Simplify complex programming and info security concepts" probably comes out inaccurately - you probably didn't simplify the concepts, but you just conveyed it in a simplified method. Probably needs a rewording here
collaborative learning environment
You should drop the bold here
ostered a collaborative learning environment that emphasized critical analysis and effective communication.
You should turn this into an action statement.
Demonstrated attention to detail by tailoring explanations to individual learning styles and resolving diverse technicalqueries
Generally confused about this bullet - How do you demonstrate attention to detail by "resolving diverse technical queries"? I feel like this bullet needs a general rewording to make it flow better.
Additionally, since this is a bit of a relevant experience, I might ask you to put in more technical-focused bullets as well rather than showing off your soft skills
CIATriad, Risk Assessments, Incidence Response, and Access Control Model
I'd be very conservative about using bolds here.
attention to detail
Going back to being conservative with bullets - if you don't need to use bolds, don't use it
using strong interpersonal skillsand a problem-solving approach showcasing passion for programming and Cybersecurity
Probably better to remove this / reword this -- this is a better fit for your cover letter than your resume
SummaryCybersecurity-focused third-year Computer Science student with a strong interest in defensive security, digitalforensics, and data analytics. Hands-on experience in Security Operations, including building an ElasticSIEM-based Threat Detection and Log Analysis lab for monitoring and analyzing security events.
Remove Summary entirely
Expected Graduation: August 2026
Should say your start date for your university as well
e.g. September 2022 - August 2026
smth something
250,000+
SHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESH
• Academic discord bot used by 2000+ students to modernize course information provider experience.Intern Report | React, Node.js, Express.js, AWS (API Gateway, Lambda, Amplify, SES, ...) Jul 2022 – Sep 2024• Leading the development of a public crowdsourced aggregate information about internships.Mouseless | Python, Pandas, OpenCV, Git Jun 2022 – May 2023• Leading the development of a machine learning cursor peripheral that tracks eye movements.Don’t Touch It! | C#, Blender, Unity Feb 2022 – March 2022• Collaborated in the development of a game that tests human curiosity
ur project sucks
DANIEL KANG
This is a really cool name