all controls,
You mentioned "all controls", but I don't understand what it controls. Does it control the proceeding digital communication and timing aspects of the circuit?
all controls,
You mentioned "all controls", but I don't understand what it controls. Does it control the proceeding digital communication and timing aspects of the circuit?
which
usually a good sign of "you can definitely make this sentence more optimized". For example, just "handling".
Graduation Project:
Can we drop this?
00% increaseresolutio
From what?
Used Matplotlib and Pandas libraries to create data insights from tests, streamlining both the researchproject, and several other parallel projects regarding the same device.
Should this be a separate bullet?
and usage of the interface and provide direction in identifying optimization
This doesn't quite read like a tangible result and it confuses the readers - can we keep this short and concise?
eliminating a critical bottleneck in the dataacquisition speeds of laser light generation systems.
Should this be a separate bullet because this bullet looks pretty long?
270% bandwidth increase beyond project target
What does this mean?
Ensured compliance with NATO Janus standard.
Can we fit this in a sentence or should this be a separate bullet?
Sci-Kit-Learn
Scikit-learn
Languages: C, C++, VHDL, Verilog, System Verilog, Python, Tcl, MATLAB, AssemblyProgramming Libraries: Keras, Sci-Kit-Learn, Pandas, NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, PyserialCommunication Protocols: SPI, I2C, UART, RS-232, AXISoftware Tools: Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus, Lattice Diamond, LTSPICE, Ubuntu, Peta Linux, Jira, Bitbucket,Github, ConfluenceTestbench Tools: Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Multimeter, DC Power Supply, Function Generator
you probably have more skills
proof-of-concept communication abstraction layer
used in where?
enabling the softwareengineering team to effortlessly interact with diverse hardware components by using simplified commands.
can be optimized to "providing a facade to simplify usage of ..."
Created an automated data processing script in Python to accelerate the analysis of raw test data and generateinsights
I feel like this can be optimized down to "Used Pandas and Matplotlib to create data insights of raw data, "
both the research project, and several other parallel projects regarding the same device.
"projects across teams" is good enough
Proposed and implemented several HDL firmware modifications
Does anything stand out that we can use as a proper example with tangible data?
enable higher data rates, enabling
"enable to enable" lol we need to ban the word "enable" from your resume completely unless there's no other alternative methods to convey your message
repared an automated hardware test benc
Using what? Also, is writing the mathematical model and preparing an automated hardware test bench two different actions and therefore need two different bullets?
enabling
you like the word "enabling" too much
Wrote a mathematical model
using what?
addressing a bottleneck
which was? and how much of an efficiency increase did you see from this?
NS
should also say Halifax, NS, Canada for consistency across resume if you're applying outside of Canada
Undergraduate Research Assistan
wasn't there also a parallel workflow related bullet???
Remodeled an FPGA based signal transmitter, overseeing
doesn't make sense here -- you start off with "Remodeled" then follow up with another action of "overseeing" which doesn't sync up
enabling real timeprocessing of signal dat
and how does this help exactly?
enabling real-time monitoring of diagnostic data
and how does this help exactly?
real time
real-time
ADC
What's ADC?
system-level test case
using what?
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fullstop period
Designed a GUI using Python to allow for fast system reconfiguration and user friendly controls
awkward sentence to read. Thinking it's better to write "Created a Python GUI to allow user-friendly system reconfiguration of the beamformer to support non-technical users." or something along those lines (probably that line doesn't suffice either, but it's less deciphering than the current line.
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drive system integration
and how did it go?
, and
awkward comma
allowing for systemreconfiguration via SPI communications
What does this mean exactly? Is this the switch that you've designed?
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missing fullstop period
00% increaseresolution
from what resolution? curious
machine learning toadapt to varying channel conditions
adapt to what kind of channel conditions? How can it be used? What was the accuracy in testing?
Bedford, Nova Scotia, B4B 0Z9
You dont need to add your specific address (you dont need this info at all tbh)
(proficient in object-oriented programming)
There's no need to specify
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alishahzodov/
You can make use of hyperlinks here
Projects
You definitely need to put more projects!
certain scenarios,
what specific scenarios?
though it comes at the cost of higher memory usage
No need to mention this
Debugged code with hand-tracing method to root cause a binary code bug in the CPU.
Weak bullet comparatively -- might request you to drop it
Built and tested 50+ circuits with circuitverse with close to 100% coverage, which formed the core components ofthe CPU
Action statement-fy this
reeing up resources allocated towardsbug-fixing
by how much? Saving how much money with the freed up resources?
,
random space before comma
large codebase, contributing to the maintenance of a software system comprising over 2,000 files.
I almost refuse to believe that you've worked with 2,000 files -- even as a SWE at a FAANG I've never had to maintain 2000 files. I've maybe contributed to 80 files so far.
ccessible way
what does accessible way mean in communication? curious
Created customized learning resources including exercises and challenges for the tutees, promoting proactiveness inlearning, as well as also sharing learning some learning resources which i use, such as leetcode and W3Schools.
Watch your grammar and spelling!
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Some are missing periods
persons
students'
Provided peer tutoring and academic support to classmates in various computer science courses, including webdevelopment, data structures and algorithms, database systems, and computer programming, leading to a gradeboost of approximately 10% at the end of the semester
Bullet is too long!
With the experience gained with web development fundamentals, A proficiency in Angular, Vue and PHP wasdeveloped
Action statement-fy this
Bachelor of Computer Science,
If your GPA is > 3.5, you should probably put it in there as well
Coding Languages and Databases
Probably better to omit "and Databases"
Demonstrated collaboration, creativity, and adaptability to tackle diverse cybersecurity problems.
Any specific tools you've used for this?
4th place
Curiosity question - out of how many teams?
Used SMTP protocol to send mail to network administrator of detected intrusions
Action statement this one
simulate attacks
what kind of attacks?
howcasing attentionto detail in system design.
I feel like "showcasing attention to detail" is never the result here -- what are something tangible instead? For example, did you end up fixing some vulnerabilities using your own custom NIDS?
Conducted vulnerability assessments and classified malicious activities
with your own NIDS? Or something else?
machine learning
using what? Also, how was it tested? Accuracy?
(Wireshark library for Python)
No need for this
analyzing log data
curiosity question - can you simulate AND analyze using nmap? or did you need two different tools?
like nmap
like nmap or just nmap?
nteractive dashboards
using what?
Designed and implemented a fully functional SIEM home lab
Bold that doesn't need bolding (I'll stop giving feedback for bolding from now on, I think you understand the point now lol)
Elastic SIEM-Based Threat Detection & Log Analysis Home Lab
Is this a single project? Or is it two projects?
Software Developer, Barter Trader
Software Developer Intern or real Software Developer?
Also I think you need more technical bullets with proper results
Worked independently and as part of a team to implement innovative solutions, consistently meeting objectives andshowing the ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment.
I feel like Agile bullet can even be combined with this one as well
Utilized Confluence for documenting project requirements, tracking progress, and collaborating with team members toensure smooth communication and project alignment.
Can we combine the hypothetical Agile bullet this this one?
Confluence
Another bold that doesn't need bolding
adhering to Agiledevelopment methodologies and the MVVM design pattern
These two topics (Agile and MVVM) can probably be their own bullets
Designed and implemented scalable and secure features in an Android application using Java,
How did you make it scalable? "Using Java" doesn't prove anything here
Software Developer, Barter Trader
Same feedback here about visually separating your employer and your role
Tutor, Dalhousie University
There should be some sort of visual separation between your role and the employer instead of just a singular comma.
simplify complex programming and information security concepts
"Simplify complex programming and info security concepts" probably comes out inaccurately - you probably didn't simplify the concepts, but you just conveyed it in a simplified method. Probably needs a rewording here
collaborative learning environment
You should drop the bold here
ostered a collaborative learning environment that emphasized critical analysis and effective communication.
You should turn this into an action statement.
Demonstrated attention to detail by tailoring explanations to individual learning styles and resolving diverse technicalqueries
Generally confused about this bullet - How do you demonstrate attention to detail by "resolving diverse technical queries"? I feel like this bullet needs a general rewording to make it flow better.
Additionally, since this is a bit of a relevant experience, I might ask you to put in more technical-focused bullets as well rather than showing off your soft skills
CIATriad, Risk Assessments, Incidence Response, and Access Control Model
I'd be very conservative about using bolds here.
attention to detail
Going back to being conservative with bullets - if you don't need to use bolds, don't use it
using strong interpersonal skillsand a problem-solving approach showcasing passion for programming and Cybersecurity
Probably better to remove this / reword this -- this is a better fit for your cover letter than your resume
SummaryCybersecurity-focused third-year Computer Science student with a strong interest in defensive security, digitalforensics, and data analytics. Hands-on experience in Security Operations, including building an ElasticSIEM-based Threat Detection and Log Analysis lab for monitoring and analyzing security events.
Remove Summary entirely
Expected Graduation: August 2026
Should say your start date for your university as well
e.g. September 2022 - August 2026
smth something
250,000+
SHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESH
• Academic discord bot used by 2000+ students to modernize course information provider experience.Intern Report | React, Node.js, Express.js, AWS (API Gateway, Lambda, Amplify, SES, ...) Jul 2022 – Sep 2024• Leading the development of a public crowdsourced aggregate information about internships.Mouseless | Python, Pandas, OpenCV, Git Jun 2022 – May 2023• Leading the development of a machine learning cursor peripheral that tracks eye movements.Don’t Touch It! | C#, Blender, Unity Feb 2022 – March 2022• Collaborated in the development of a game that tests human curiosity
ur project sucks
DANIEL KANG
This is a really cool name