World Congress 2023 • Oct 6, 2023

Exploiting the recruitment game as a developer

Stop applying and start exploiting the recruitment algorithm. Learn how to reverse-engineer recruiter psychology, optimize your discoverability, and turn hiring gatekeepers into your internal advocates.

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3:06 min

Introducing the technical recruiter perspective in software hiring

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Bridging the functional gap between software developers and technical recruiters

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Bridging the disconnect between technical recruiters and engineering candidates

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Bridging the trust gap between software engineers and recruiters

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Addressing the issue of generic messaging in technical recruitment

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Origins of the relationship between developers and technical recruiters

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