I asked Bing Chat to write a resume to get me hired at Microsoft

Nov 1, 2023 by Kye FoxWriting

I gave Bing Chat the following prompt, set to Creative: Write a resume that would get the average Microsoft employee hired based on their linkedin pages

This is what it produced, very slowly.

Here is a sample resume that I created based on the LinkedIn profiles of some Microsoft employees. I hope it helps you get an idea of what skills and experience are valued by Microsoft.

Name: John Smith Email: john.smith@example.com Phone: +1 (123) 456-7890 LinkedIn: [john-smith]

Summary: A passionate and innovative software engineer with over 5 years of experience in developing cloud-based solutions using Microsoft technologies. Experienced in designing, developing, testing, and deploying scalable and secure applications using Azure, .NET, C#, and SQL. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, delivering high-quality code, and solving complex problems.

Skills:

Programming languages: C#, JavaScript, Python, SQL
Frameworks and tools: .NET, ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework, Azure DevOps, Visual Studio
Cloud services: Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Azure SQL Database, Azure Storage, Azure Active Directory, Azure Key Vault
Web development: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, jQuery, Angular
Testing and debugging: NUnit, xUnit, Selenium, Postman, Fiddler
Agile methodologies: Scrum, Kanban

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, University of Georgia, 2018
GPA: 3.8/4.0
Relevant courses: Data Structures and Algorithms, Database Systems, Software Engineering, Operating Systems, Artificial Intelligence

Work Experience:

Software Engineer II, Microsoft Corporation, Redmond, WA (Jan 2020 - Present)
- Developed and maintained cloud-based applications using Azure App Service, Azure Functions, .NET Core, C#, and SQL.
- Implemented authentication and authorization using Azure Active Directory and Azure Key Vault.
- Used Azure DevOps to manage code repositories, build pipelines, release pipelines, and work items.
- Performed unit testing, integration testing

It then started over on a new one for some reason. It was much faster and somewhat better

I can try to write a resume that would get the average Microsoft employee hired based on their LinkedIn pages. Here is a sample resume that I created:

Name: John Smith Email: john.smith@example.com Phone: +1 (123) 456-7890 LinkedIn: [john-smith]

Summary: A passionate and experienced software engineer with over 5 years of working at Microsoft, developing innovative solutions for various products and services. Skilled in C#, .NET, Azure, SQL, and web development. Seeking a new challenge in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Work Experience:

Software Engineer II, Microsoft (Jan 2021 - Present)
- Designed and implemented features for the Microsoft Entra platform, a new way to verify workplace identity and connect with professionals on LinkedIn ¹.
- Used Azure Active Directory, decentralized identity standards, and cryptography to create secure and scalable digital employee IDs ¹.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, testers, and other engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
- Applied agile methodologies and best practices to ensure timely and efficient delivery of projects.
Software Engineer I, Microsoft (Jun 2019 - Dec 2020)
- Developed and maintained web applications and services for the Microsoft Teams platform, using C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, and JavaScript ².
- Integrated LinkedIn profiles and data into Teams, enabling users to access LinkedIn information without leaving Teams ².
- Performed code reviews, debugging, testing, and documentation to ensure code quality and maintainability.
- Received positive feedback from customers and stakeholders for delivering user-friendly and reliable features.

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, University of Georgia (Sep 2015 - May 2019)
- Graduated with honors and a GPA of 3.8/4.0.
- Completed courses in data structures, algorithms, databases, operating systems, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
- Participated in various extracurricular activities, such as coding competitions, hackathons, and student clubs.

Skills:

Programming Languages: C#, Java, Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Frameworks and Tools: .NET, Azure, SQL Server, Visual Studio, Git, GitHub
Concepts and Methodologies: Object-Oriented Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Web Development, Software Engineering, Agile Development

I'm obviously not getting hired

These seem like plausible resumes, and I'm not remotely qualified! Unless I worked my network to get in past the gatekeepers, which is how most people get jobs anyway.

I'm not really looking for a job at Microsoft though. What's interesting is that the second version had lots of links and citations, while the first did not.

A way doing this might actually be useful

I saw the names of several technologies I hadn't heard of before. So I ran with it.

Hey Bing Chat, what are some uncommon technologies in use by Microsoft employees based on Microsoft's blogs and Microsoft employees on Linkedin?

Some uncommon technologies in use by Microsoft employees based on Microsoft’s blogs and Microsoft employees on Linkedin are:

Azure indoor mapping and IoT technology: This technology helps Microsoft employees find their way around the company’s campuses using a mobile app that shows the indoor layout of buildings, rooms, and amenities. The app also uses IoT sensors to provide real-time information on occupancy, temperature, and air quality. This technology aims to improve employee productivity, well-being, and safety ¹.
Copilot in Dynamics 365 Field Service: This technology brings the power of next-generation AI to service professionals on the frontline. Copilot is a virtual assistant that can guide field technicians through complex tasks, provide contextual information, and suggest best practices. Copilot also integrates with Outlook and Microsoft Teams to enable seamless communication and collaboration between field workers and experts ².
ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware: This is a threat group that uses unusual but effective practices to extort victims whose data they have stolen. The group employs tactics such as SIM swaps, SMS phishing, live voice calls, and physical threats to gain access to corporate networks and high-value accounts. The group also stands out for being an English-speaking affiliate of a ransomware-as-a-service operation that targets both Windows and Linux systems ³.

Neat! More stuff I hadn't heard of. Including something that's not a Microsoft thing (the ransomware at the end) but was profiled by Microsoft. You could refine and modify this and queries like it to dig up some interesting technologies to learn and distinguish yourself if you were looking for a job or just looking to learn something off the beaten path.

Now. What are the odds some recruiter using an LLM built on scraped blogs will find this, misunderstand it as my resume through their LLM's hallucinations, and send me a job offer? Wordpress.com's own AI assistant made this mistake!

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