

OP realizes there are not jobs in their area, so applying for jobs everywhere is a solution. Instead, "I chose to help my family after I graduated." is a much better answer. "Due to mental health, family problems, and a general lack of jobs in my area" is not a good answer. Web dev doesn't usually use comp sci as much. Elements of Programming Interviews is a great way to review and find any holes in ones knowledge when it comes to algorithms and data structures for backend dev roles. It depends on the role one is applying for, but if comp sci questions might come into play during an interview. Doing a few of those, before interviewing is helpful to get back into the spirit of things. OP is rusty and will most likely not pass technical interview questions without a review. Also, yes, $180k is very much possible in Seattle.

Given your experience, and likely skillset which you fail to advertise, I recommend these titles: I also hate the way interviews are nowadays but it is what it is. Elements of Programming Interviews - Insiders Guide:.Even though you have the experience, companies nowadays like to ask irrelevant "whiteboard" questions which have very little to do with the day-to-date of the position. Languages, frameworks, tools, environments, etc Clearly list out the tech stack, or stacks, for each company.How many millions in revenue? How big were companies you worked for? Change all of your "Analyst" or "Specialist" titles to just "Software Engineer". Recruiters and Hiring Managers like to see this. You also lack a continuation in your titles.I'm afraid companies are viewing you as a #3, which is a big negative. #3 Paper startup, no funding, has been around longer than 2 years.Your resume sucks given your 20+ yrs of experience. keywords=elements+of+programming+interviews&qid=1558622746&s=gateway&sprefix=elements+of+pro%2Caps%2C349&sr=8-3.
