you need anything that gives you a competitive advantage.
1. getting professional help on writing your resume is a big plus. there is a huge disconnect between the things we programmers think is good to put on a resume and the things that people who read your resume think is important. Most things get ignored, other things get the wrong emphasis, basically the wrong things get communicated unless your resume is very carefully done.
2. interview coaching will help you a lot too, for when you do get an interview.
3. the correct attitude. you seem focused and have a good idea of what you are looking for, so that is a big plus. also keep your cool. the minute you begin your appearance goes from eager to desperate, it's over.
I personally know the author of a book called "Excuse me, your job is waiting" (http://www.amazon.com/Excuse-Me-Your-Job-Waiting/dp/15717452...). She helped me write my resume and it made a difference. Companies are hiring now, they are just being really picky.
1. getting professional help on writing your resume is a big plus. there is a huge disconnect between the things we programmers think is good to put on a resume and the things that people who read your resume think is important. Most things get ignored, other things get the wrong emphasis, basically the wrong things get communicated unless your resume is very carefully done.
2. interview coaching will help you a lot too, for when you do get an interview.
3. the correct attitude. you seem focused and have a good idea of what you are looking for, so that is a big plus. also keep your cool. the minute you begin your appearance goes from eager to desperate, it's over.
I personally know the author of a book called "Excuse me, your job is waiting" (http://www.amazon.com/Excuse-Me-Your-Job-Waiting/dp/15717452...). She helped me write my resume and it made a difference. Companies are hiring now, they are just being really picky.