Getting a Dev job in 2025 - The Brutal Truth (And How to Win!)

Landing a developer job in 2025 is tough. This video reveals the brutal reality of the current job market and offers actionable advice to help you stand out. We discuss the impact of layoffs, the role of AI, and the importance of personal branding. Learn how to optimize your GitHub profile, build trust with recruiters, and increase your chances of landing your dream developer role.

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#developerlife #jobsearch #programming #softwareengineer #tech #career #2025 #ai #github #linkedin #personalbranding #recruiting #jobmarket #layoffs

Timeline:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:03 - Theo's video on getting a dev job in 2025
00:00:16 - Other aspects of the job market
00:04:04 - Layoffs chart from Layoffs.fyi
00:05:03 - Simple Teleprompter project
00:06:03 - Things to do and not to do in the job search
00:08:07 - Optimize your GitHub profile
00:09:01 - Personal branding as a developer
00:10:00 - Don't ask for referrals from people you haven't worked with
00:11:05 - Create projects and post them online