David Roberts

Teaching software developers to land jobs


crushing digital

Hire the best developers for FREE!

About me

The course is the culmination of 20+ years of working as a software developer, leading and managing teams as well as years of managing international recruitment teams.I have seen both sides of the fence in the game of technical recruitment. I have seen every mistake developers make during the job search, application and interview process. I want to help you to avoid those mistakes.The course is for individuals and groups. I work alongside organisations such as coding bootcamps as well as developers just looking to take the next step in their career.

course reviews

"Thank you for all your great advice. After 60+ interviews and 5 offers, I accepted one with absolutely everything on my wishlist, and doubled my current salary!”
- Gerard M.

"I keep pushing them to you. People are getting jobs and interviewing all over the place ..."
- Laurie Wilson, Director of Partnership Outreach @ Savvy Coders

I can wholeheartedly recommend David's program to anyone who is looking to upgrade their career. The value he brings to the table is undeniable."
- Ryan Desmond, CEO @ Coding Nomads

"Within 5 weeks of my 26 week Bootcamp, 33% of the students who were engaged in David's program had already received job interviews, I've never seen that happen before"
- Trevor Page, Founder @ Coders Campus

"David's advice is absolutely essential to bootcamp graduates, do as he says and you'll land your first job sooner than you know!"
- James B.

The Course

🚨 Includes 14 day money back guarantee 🚨

The ultimate careers course for Software Developers and those looking to break into the industry. Learn how to make your profiles stand out to recruiters and employers, how to unpack your technical skills and experience as well as how to network and job search like a professional.

For developers

  • $10 per month

  • 2x workshops per week

  • Resource library (templates etc)

  • Mon 9pm 🇬🇧 / 4pm ET 🇺🇸

  • Fri 1pm 🇬🇧 / 8am ET 🇺🇸

  • $99 (one time)

  • Full course videos

  • Workshops/Q&A sessions

  • Access to Slack community

  • 50+ videos including...

  • LinkedIn

  • GitHub

  • Résumés

  • Documenting the journey

  • Networking

  • Job search

  • Imposter syndrome

  • Side projects

  • Portfolio websites

  • Going remote

  • $1000 (one time)

  • Everything in PRO plus:

  • Full mentoring

  • Intensive workshops (4wk)

  • 16 week course

  • Job Offer Guarantee*

To integrate the course into your organisation or coding bootcamp or for group purchases 👇

group courses

Careers coaching for your organisation or coding bootcamp. I work alongside your team to help your developers to stand out in the market and land more interviews

  • $1000pm

  • Course contents mirror that of the standard course for individuals

  • Course videos

  • Weekly Workshops

  • Checklists

  • Resource Library

  • Résumé Template

  • 30 student limit per cohort

  • FREE Trial

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Do you want to talk? You can now book a 1:1 session with me whenever you want. Calls cost $15 for a 15 minute session. Come with your questions prepared 💥

NOTE: If you wish to discuss courses for your organisation or coding bootcamp, please send me an email to arrange a chat 🙇

Checklists

If you are looking for a cheat sheet 🤫 or simply a way to sanity check the changes you have made to your profiles, these are a great place to start.I hope you find them useful🤞

LinkedIn Checklist
GitHub Checklist

The Book

Prefer to read? 🤓 Don't want to commit to the course just yet? Try the book 📕 It contains much of the same information as the course and is a great place to start!

LinkedIn Checklist

The Course

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The VIP Experience

Course agenda / what to expect

  • 16 week course

  • First 4 weeks: Intensive training (8 seminars run 2x per week) on LinkedIn, GitHub, Résumés, Networking, JobSearch and more.

  • Assignments delivered in each seminar to be submitted before the next seminar

  • Following 12 weeks: Intensive work on your networking and job search strategy. Including 12-24 Q&A sessions for continued support for 12 consecutive weeks

  • Time commitment required: 30-60 mins per day for the duration of the course

  • Get a job in tech or your money back*

  • Cost: $1000

*See VIP Terms and Conditions

By applying you agree to the VIP terms and conditions

By applying you agree to the following terms and conditions

This document outlines the terms and conditions ("Terms") governing the VIP Course ("Program") provided by Crushing Digital Ltd ("Provider"). By enrolling in the Program, you ("Client") agree to abide by these Terms.1. Overview:
The VIP Course is designed to assist Clients in better presenting themselves to the job market in order to secure a ‘Job Offer’ (See Below) within 16 weeks of commencing the course. The Provider agrees to provide training, guidance, and support to the Client to help them achieve the Job Offer.
A ’Job Offer’ is an invitation extended by an employer to the Client, offering them employment in a specific position within an organisation. The Job Offer may be subject to further checks into the clients background. The Provider offers no guarantee that the client will pass any such further checks.2. Guaranteed Outcome:
Provider guarantees that if the Client follows the Program guidelines and completes all required tasks, they will obtain a job offer within 16 weeks. If the Client fails to achieve the guaranteed outcome, Provider will offer a full refund of any fees paid for the Program, subject to the conditions outlined in these Terms.
3. Client Responsibilities:
The client will speak with David Roberts prior to being accepted onto the VIP Course. If, during this conversation, the Client lies, misrepresents or hides details about themselves, which make them less likely to secure a job offer, then the job offer guarantee is invalidated. This includes, but is not limited to, undisclosed and unrealistic salary or working condition expectations, failure to declare ongoing application processes or failure to declare a criminal record.
The Client agrees to fully commit to and actively participate in the Program.
The Client accepts that any job offer within the 16 week engagement is valid towards fulfilment of the job offer guarantee, regardless of when the application process for the role began.The Client must attend all online workshops and complete all assigned tasks within the specified deadlines.The Client must promptly communicate any challenges or obstacles encountered during the Program to Provider.4. Provider Responsibilities:
Provider agrees to provide the Client with all necessary training materials, resources, and support to help them achieve the guaranteed outcome.
Provider will offer guidance and assistance to the Client throughout the Program duration.
5. Refund Policy:
In the event that the Client fails to achieve the guaranteed outcome despite fulfilling all requirements of the Program, Provider will issue a full refund of any fees paid by the Client for the Program.
The Client must request a refund in writing within 30 days of the Program completion date and provide evidence of their completion of all Program requirements. This evidence must be submitted weekly.Failure to attend (without prior agreement) all VIP course events (including Huddles) will invalidate the right of the Client for a refund.Refunds will be processed within 30 days of receipt of the refund request.6. Confidentiality:
Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary or sensitive information disclosed during the Program.
7. Limitation of Liability:
In no event shall the Provider be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in any way connected with the Program provided under this agreement. The total liability of the Provider for any claims, damages, or losses shall not exceed the total amount paid by the client for the Program rendered under this agreement.
8. Governing Law:
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England.
By enrolling in the VIP Course, the Client acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.
For any questions or clarifications regarding these Terms, please contact david@crushing.digital

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Front End Developer (React, Next.js, TypeScript, Jest)
Full Stack Developer (Node.js, React, TypeScript, AWS)
Back End Developer (Python, Django, PyTest, PostgreSQL)
Java Developer (Java, Spring Boot, Thymeleaf, Hybernate)
Data Analytics (Python, SQL, Tableau, Excel)

LinkedIn About

I'm a [TYPE OF DEVELOPER from above] specialising in [SKILLS FROM ABOVE AND COMPLIMENTARY SKILLS]. My currently interests include [TECH YOU ARE LEARNING]. I have [X] years of experience in the industry and I have built applications for the [INSERT INDUSTRIES HERE] industries.You can see evidence of my work on my [LIST PROJECTS] which are available from my [GitHub OR LINK].My background is in [Y] where I have [LIST ACHIEVEMENTS] and have over [Z] years of experience.

LinkedIn Experience

Utilising [LIST OF SKILLS] to build [TYPE OF APPLICATION] for [INDUSTRY]. Perhaps mention the team and the most significant delivery.• What did you build? (specifically you, which tech tools)
• What did you learn? (tech focused)
• What was the business benefit? (include a believable metric)
• What were the challenges? (Tech focused)
• How did you overcome the challenges? (inc. Tech)

Outreach to Recruiters on LinkedIn

Hi, I’m a developer specialising in {INSERT YOUR TECH} and looking for my next role in [INSERT LOCATION]. I’d love to connect and be considered for future roles. Hope to speak soon 🙇

Outreach Email #1 - Generic

Subject

1️⃣ Software Developer ([ INSERT TECH HERE ])2️⃣ I want to work with you! (ps. I'm a [ INSERT TECH ] developer3️⃣ Local [ INSERT TECH] Developer

Content

Hi 👋,I'm a software developer (allow me to introduce myself via video [MAKE INTO A LINK]) specializing in [INSERT MAIN TECH HERE e.g. Node, React, TypeScript]. I have skills with [INSERT SUPPORTING TECH e.g. AWS Lambda, S3, Redux and Jest]. I would love to be considered for a role within your organisation. What can I show you in order to be considered as a viable candidate?For further information, please view my [LinkedIn], [GitHub], [Personal website]. To talk to me, please [book some time on my calendar] or reply to this email.Kind regards

Outreach Email #2 - CEO/CTO

Subject

1️⃣ Software Developer ([ INSERT TECH HERE ]) wanting careers advice2️⃣ I want to work with you! (ps. I'm a [ INSERT TECH ] developer3️⃣ Local [ INSERT TECH] Developer that wants to work with you!

Content

Hi 👋,I'm a software developer (watch my introductory loom video [MAKE INTO A LINK]) specializing in [INSERT MAIN TECH HERE e.g. Node, React, TypeScript] and I really want to work with you! I'm happy to apply via whichever route you think is best but before I do, I wanted to know what you (personally) look for and what I can do to help my application to stand out?I have skills with [INSERT SUPPORTING TECH e.g. AWS Lambda, S3, Redux and Jest]. What am I missing? What will help me align with your team?Here's my [LinkedIn], [GitHub], [Personal website]. I'd love to talk this over further. If you're keen to do so, please [book some time on my calendar] or reply to this email.Kind regards

Outreach Email #3 - Developer

Subject

1️⃣ Help a fellow Software Developer ([ INSERT TECH HERE ])2️⃣ How can I become you? (ps. I'm a [ INSERT TECH ] developer3️⃣ Can I ask for one piece of advice? Local [ INSERT TECH] Developer

Content

Hey 👋,I'm about to apply to work alongside you. I'm a software developer (watch my introductory loom video [MAKE INTO A LINK]) specializing in [INSERT MAIN TECH HERE e.g. Node, React, TypeScript]. Before I apply, I wanted to know what you (personally) think will help help my application to stand out?I have skills with [INSERT SUPPORTING TECH e.g. AWS Lambda, S3, Redux and Jest]. What am I missing? What will help me align with your team?Here's my [LinkedIn], [GitHub], [Personal website]. I'd love to talk this over further. If you're willing to do so, please [book some time on my calendar] or reply to this email.Kind regards

LinkedIn Message #1

Content

Hi 👋, I'm a [INSERT LOCATION] based [INSERT TECH] developer and I would love the opportunity to work within your organisation. How can I make that happen or how can I ensure I stand out if/when a role arises? Is there any chance we can discuss this further?Kind regards

Résumé Template

Progress Spreadsheet Template

Dream Not Found

GitHub Checklist

Stop cheating! This strategy never works.
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This message is not here to upset you. It's here to wake you up!Note: You can get a job ... if you put in the work!

Sponsorship & Refunds

Qualifying developers can now choose to either receive a full refund or elect to sponsor developers to receive the Standard course for FREE. This is inspired by the great Dicky KitchenYour money can help change the lives of other aspiring developersNote: We will continue to work together until you find a role in tech

About Dicky

GitHub Checklist

The LEGEND that is Dicky Kitchen was the first person to qualify for a refund only to land his first role in tech one week later. Due to the greatness of the man, Dicky donated the value of the refund to sponsor developers to go through the course.