| name | ats-resume-builder |
| description | Comprehensive guide for creating ATS-optimized resumes using the LaTeX template. Use when Claude needs to: (1) Structure user experience for a resume, (2) Generate LaTeX code for a resume, (3) Optimize resume content for ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), (4) Provide resume templates. |
ATS Resume Builder
This skill guides you through the process of creating a high-quality, ATS-friendly resume using the LaTeX template.
When to Use This Skill
Use this skill when the user:
- Wants to create a new resume or update an existing one.
- Explicitly asks for an "ATS-friendly" or "FAANG" style resume.
- Needs to convert their resume data into a structured LaTeX format.
- Needs advice on how to phrase bullet points for maximum impact.
Workflow
1. Analyze User Information
First, gather and analyze the user's professional information. If the user hasn't provided a current resume, ask for:
- Contact Information (Name, Phone, Email, LinkedIn, Github/Portfolio)
- Education (University, Degree, Graduation Date, GPA/Coursework if relevant)
- Skills (Technical, Soft, Tools/Frameworks)
- Professional Experience (Company, Role, Dates, Locations, Bullet points)
- Projects (Name, Description, Technologies used)
Crucial Step: Review the bullet points. Ensure they follow the "Action Verb + Task + Result" formula. If they don't, suggest rewrites or rewrite them (with user permission).
2. Map to Template Structure
The template uses the resume.cls class. Structure the data as follows:
Preamble & Contact
\name{Firstname Lastname}
\address{Phone \\ Location}
\address{\href{mailto:email}{email} \\ \href{linkedin_url}{linkedin} \\ \href{portfolio_url}{portfolio}}
Education
\begin{rSection}{Education}
{\bf Degree}, University \hfill {Date}\\
Relevant Coursework: A, B, C.
\end{rSection}
Skills
\begin{rSection}{SKILLS}
\begin{tabular}{ @{} >{\bfseries}l @{\hspace{6ex}} l }
Category & Item 1, Item 2, Item 3 \\
Category & Item 1, Item 2, Item 3 \\
\end{tabular}
\end{rSection}
Experience
\begin{rSection}{EXPERIENCE}
\textbf{Role} \hfill Dates\\
Company \hfill \textit{Location}
\begin{itemize}
\itemsep -3pt {}
\item Action verb... resulting in...
\item Led... which improved...
\end{itemize}
\end{rSection}
Projects
\begin{rSection}{PROJECTS}
\vspace{-1.25em}
\item \textbf{Project Name.} {Description... \href{link}{(Try it here)}}
\end{rSection}
3. Generate Output
Provide the user with two files:
resume.tex: The content file containing their specific data.resume.cls: The class file (located in assets/resume.cls), which is required to compile the .tex file.
Important: ALWAYS check if the user has the resume.cls file. If not, provide it. The .tex file WILL NOT COMPILE without it.
ATS Optimization Guidelines
- Simplicity is Key: The template is designed to be parsed easily. Do not add columns, graphics, or icons that aren't in the template.
- Keywords: Use keywords from the job description (if provided) in the bullet points and skills section.
- Standard Headings: Keep the standard section headings (Education, Skills, Experience, Projects) as they are standard for parsers.
- No Typos: ATS can reject applications based on spelling errors. Triple-check everything.
Assets
This skill includes:
assets/resume.tex: The reference template file.assets/resume.cls: The required class file.
