I recently attended a virtual event called “Ace Your Tech Interview with Expert Advice,” led by Itay Sharfi, an expert in the tech field with over 20 years of experience, including more than a decade at Google and other leading companies. The session was geared toward individuals like me who are serious about breaking into tech and want to create resumes that hiring managers won’t overlook.
Mr. Sharfi broke down his presentation in a super clear, well-organized way that made it easy to follow and even easier to stay engaged. I was surprised at how intently I hung onto every word; he covered everything he said he would, from showcasing projects and quantifying results to choosing the right keywords that help your application stand out. I was genuinely impressed by both the layout of the presentation and how clearly he communicated the concepts.
Even though it was an online event and I didn’t get to meet anyone directly, it felt good seeing some of my classmates attending too. It reminded me that I’m not alone in this journey and that there’s a whole community of us aiming for the same growth.
One of the biggest takeaways for me was getting a personalized resume review based on the same resume I submitted for our Excellence assignment. I downloaded the report, and the feedback helped me see my strengths more clearly and pinpoint what needed refinement. I also learned about some common (and not-so-common) technical interview questions, like “What happens when you type a search into Bing?” (which I was happy to recognize from class!) as well as more advanced ones like “How would you improve a load balancer for high traffic?” or “How would you design a URL shortener?” I was floored by those but also excited to learn how to think through them.
Overall, I’m glad I found such a practical and informative event to share. Next time, I want to show up not just with listening ears but also with a plan to connect and network. This event reminded me just how powerful a well-structured presentation can be and how much attention it can capture when done right.
Next goal: attend an in-person event and make the most of both the knowledge and the networking.