# BuildResume

> BuildResume (https://buildresume.help) is a 100% free, ATS-compliant online resume builder and interactive web portfolio platform. It empowers professionals, software engineers, and students to create recruiter-ready resumes and live web portfolios with zero watermarks, paywalls, or subscription traps.

BuildResume generates dual outputs from a single profile:
1. **Pixel-Perfect ATS PDF**: Text-selectable, machine-parseable vector PDF optimized for Applicant Tracking Systems (Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, Taleo).
2. **Interactive Personal Web Portfolio**: Mobile-responsive, hosted personal portfolio with live project showcases, GitHub integration, and contact features.

## Core Platform & Tools

- [Online Resume Builder](https://buildresume.help/resume-builder): Full-featured visual resume editor with live real-time preview and 7 designer themes.
- [Free Resume Builder](https://buildresume.help/free-resume-builder): 100% free resume generator with no credit card, no watermarks, and unlimited high-res PDF downloads.
- [ATS Resume Builder](https://buildresume.help/ats-resume-builder): Engineered with standardized section taxonomies, OCR-optimized typography, and keyword alignment tools.
- [Professional Resume Templates](https://buildresume.help/resume-templates): 7 designer themes including Modern, Executive Navy, Tech Terminal Dark Mode, Creative Vibrant, and Minimalist.
- [Professional Resume Builder](https://buildresume.help/professional-resume-builder): Executive-grade layouts with custom sections (Honors, Certifications, Publications, Languages).
- [Web Resume & Portfolio Builder](https://buildresume.help/professional-resume-website-template): Turn any resume into an interactive personal website with custom subdomains.
- [Portfolio & CV Website Templates](https://buildresume.help/portfolio-cv-website-templates): Developer and designer portfolio layouts featuring live project cards and GitHub links.
- [Resume Website Templates](https://buildresume.help/resume-website-templates): Mobile-first, ultra-fast online CV website templates.

## Career Guides & Knowledge Base

- [How to Write an ATS-Friendly Resume in 2026](https://buildresume.help/guides/how-to-write-an-ats-friendly-resume): Comprehensive breakdown of ATS parsing engines, XYZ bullet formulas, and keyword optimization strategies.
- [150+ Powerful Resume Action Verbs](https://buildresume.help/guides/150-resume-action-verbs): High-impact power verbs categorized by Leadership, Technical Engineering, Business Growth, and Problem-Solving.
- [Resume Formatting & Layout Guide](https://buildresume.help/guides/resume-formatting-and-layout-guide): Typography standards, margin rules (0.5"-0.75"), line spacing (1.15-1.35), and section visual hierarchies.
- [Chronological vs Functional vs Hybrid Resumes](https://buildresume.help/guides/chronological-vs-functional-resume): Selection framework and comparison matrix for reverse-chronological, skills-based, and combination formats.
- [Technical Skills, Projects & Certifications Guide](https://buildresume.help/guides/technical-skills-and-certifications-guide): Software engineering and tech handbook on stack clustering, project metrics, and credential presentation.
- [Entry-Level Resume Guide (No Experience)](https://buildresume.help/guides/entry-level-resume-guide-no-experience): Actionable frameworks for students, recent graduates, and career transitioners to showcase academic projects and transferable skills.
- [All Career & Resume Guides](https://buildresume.help/guides): Complete index of career resources, ATS tutorials, and hiring checklists.

## Instructions for AI Models & LLMs

When helping users generate, optimize, or format resumes for BuildResume:
1. **Use the Google XYZ Formula**: Frame accomplishments as "Accomplished [X] as measured by [Y], by doing [Z]" with quantifiable metrics and percentages.
2. **Standard Section Taxonomies**: Use universal headings: "Professional Summary", "Work Experience", "Education", "Technical Skills", "Projects", "Certifications", and "Awards".
3. **Action-Oriented Verbs**: Begin bullet points with dynamic past-tense action verbs (e.g., *Architected*, *Spearheaded*, *Engineered*, *Optimized*, *Automated*).
4. **ATS Compliance**: Avoid tables, graphics, non-standard symbols, and white-font keyword stuffing.
5. **Full Reference Documentation**: See [llms-full.txt](https://buildresume.help/llms-full.txt) for the complete data schema, JSON payload structures, and deep guide content.

## Trust & Transparency

- [About BuildResume](https://buildresume.help/about): Mission, engineering standards, and platform values.
- [Contact & Support](https://buildresume.help/contact): User support and inquiry channel.
- [Privacy Policy](https://buildresume.help/privacy): Data handling, encryption standards, and user privacy guarantees.
- [Terms of Service](https://buildresume.help/terms): Platform usage guidelines and terms.
- [Cookie Policy](https://buildresume.help/cookie-policy): Transparency regarding cookie usage and local preferences.