What is the session about? In today’s AI-driven market, the gap between a degree and a paycheck feels wider than ever. At recent DevFests, the most common question I faced wasn't technical—it was personal: "How do I land my first job?" This session answers that question by demonstrating exactly how to use the Google AI ecosystem to navigate the modern hiring landscape.

Why is it interesting? Most career advice is generic, but this talk is strategic. Drawing on 25 years of experience in the tech industry, I will show you how to treat your career search like a technical project. We will move beyond basic advice and look at how to utilize specific AI tools to gain a competitive advantage that most students ignore.

What will the audience learn? Attendees will leave with a concrete "Career Accelerator Playbook" containing the actual prompts, examples, and practical workflows discussed in the talk. You will learn how to:

Use AI to analyze and optimize your CV for modern applicant tracking systems.

Engineer a LinkedIn profile that builds visibility and authority.

Execute a standout strategy to compete for your first role with confidence.

I delivered this talk on 10 DevFefst so far and I got good feedback from the audience.