Fresh graduate looking for your first tech job? Our guests share their journey and essential advice on crafting the perfect CV, mastering LinkedIn, acing interviews, and navigating your first year at work. Get practical tips to kickstart your career!
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00:00:00 - Introduction: Finding Your First Job
00:01:11 - Guest Introductions
00:06:47 - Tips for Your Thesis Defense (Soutenance)
00:22:30 - How We Found Our First Job: Personal Stories
00:29:22 - The Importance of Internships
00:36:26 - Job Search Prep: CV & LinkedIn Profile
00:40:43 - Crafting an ATS-Friendly CV
00:44:38 - Navigating LinkedIn: Standing Out from the Noise
00:58:52 - Job Application Strategies: Targeted vs. Mass Apply
01:06:31 - Don’t Be Shy: The Power of Reaching Out
01:14:10 - The Interview Process: What to Expect
01:22:23 - Technical Tests & Take-Home Assignments
01:37:36 - Tips for Live Coding Interviews
01:47:47 - Does Your Degree or School Name Matter?
01:50:15 - Your First Year on the Job: Onboarding & First Impressions
02:06:55 - Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
02:19:20 - First Year Do’s and Don’ts
02:27:53 - The Importance of Communication & Mastering Your Tools
02:35:24 - Showcase Your Work: The Importance of Visibility
02:40:25 - Q&A: Remote Work, CV Platforms, and More
02:46:22 - Q&A: Switching to a New Tech Field
02:53:21 - Q&A: Is SAP a Good Career Path for Developers?
02:55:34 - Q&A: The AI Market in Morocco
02:57:56 - Final Advice & Conclusion