i would add a link to this book http://goo.gl/w6BQp by Joel Spolsky.
it gives great insight into what makes developers tick. Recruiters would benefit greatly from understanding that good developers are rare, and in high demand, and they are not going to respond to your email just because you've named some technologies that they've worked with.
Most job descriptions make no effort in enticing good talent. it's the here-is-what-you-MUST-know laundry list along with vague generic write up on the company. And most recruiters just forward this garbage to everyone on their list that somewhat matches the skill set.
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i would add a link to this book http://goo.gl/w6BQp by Joel Spolsky. it gives great insight into what makes developers tick. Recruiters would benefit greatly from understanding that good developers are rare, and in high demand, and they are not going to respond to your email just because you've named some technologies that they've worked with.
Most job descriptions make no effort in enticing good talent. it's the here-is-what-you-MUST-know laundry list along with vague generic write up on the company. And most recruiters just forward this garbage to everyone on their list that somewhat matches the skill set.