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845: Are companies hiring? State of the dev job market with Taylor Desseyn

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Nov 8, 2024
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Taylor Desseyn
Taylor Desseyn, VP of Global Community at Torque, shares valuable insights on the developer job market. He discusses the current trends in hiring, emphasizing backend development roles. Taylor offers tips on standing out in applications and the importance of networking and personal connections. He also addresses the impact of layoffs and suggests effective strategies for negotiating salaries. The conversation highlights the significance of storytelling in resumes, making job seekers more appealing to employers in today's competitive landscape.
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INSIGHT

Job Market Shift

  • The developer job market is tougher compared to 2020-2021.
  • Companies are still hiring, but it's more competitive.
ADVICE

Standing Out

  • Directly message job posters on LinkedIn or Twitter after applying.
  • Follow up and briefly explain why you're a good fit.
INSIGHT

Who's at Risk?

  • All seniority levels are at risk in the current job market, not just juniors.
  • Those working on non-revenue generating projects are most vulnerable.
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