HACKER Q&A
📣 throwaway29310

How do I write a resume as a high school student and freelance dev?


I am a student in high school who was always interested in software. I do a lot of open source work in Rust, ReactJS, and Ruby, and am an active contributor to some big open-source projects. I am very active in online platforms (github, hackernews, stackoverflow, my blog), but have never revealed my age. I recently got into freelance software development and have only worked with one client. A potential client asked me for a resume. How do I write a resume without having graduating high school and having worked with only one client?

(Also, if there is any other advice you have for me, please go ahead :)


  👤 sibeliuss Accepted Answer ✓
If you've got projects and significant open source contributions, thats some of the best resume material out there. I can't speak for others, but I don't ever pay attention to degree or uni stuff during our hiring rounds. Whats most important is being able to see a project, check out the link (or repo) and clearly understand ones contributions. But don't inflate it -- be honest. If you're truly active on Github, focus on that, which is clearly a strength.

👤 yorwba

👤 jimmyvalmer
> (Also, if there is any other advice you have for me, please go ahead :)

Well, you asked. Don't post the same question twice. Also, your importunity is starting to look a lot like a humblebrag. You're a 14yo who commands a market presence I couldn't until I was 22. Pats back


👤 uberman
A resume is your opportunity to showcase what you feel is your best look. If you are concerned that a traditional resume might not be your best look, then offer to provide references or perhaps a portfolio showcasing your work.