Skills Over Paper

Skills Over Paper | Gamified Learning and Remote Jobs For Developers

Skills Over Paper is a gamified learning platform designed for developers to build real projects, learn in-demand skills (including Gaming, Generative AI & Data Science, Web, Crypto, Scientific Development, and Embedded Systems), and land remote jobs. The platform emphasizes hands-on project experience, dynamic resume integration, and a public, searchable profile that showcases applied skills and completed projects to potential employers.

Key Features

• Dynamic PDF Resume: Generate and earn credit for existing experience and education; dynamic resume updates as you complete new projects and courses.
• Integrated Resume: Upload your resume and have it connected to your Skills Over Paper profile to reflect real-world experience and projects.
• Learning Tracks: Structured gamified learning paths that guide you through topics, with project ideas and recommended resources.
• Projects, Courses, and Rewards: Collections of skill requirements with multiple completion paths; track progress as you add experience, projects, and courses; earn rewards.
• Public Resume: Your Skills Over Paper resume is publicly searchable and shareable on social media.
• Job Board and Targeted Search: Access a curated job board and targeted search to find remote opportunities that fit your skillset.
• Hands-on Skill Validation: Emphasizes practical demonstrations of ability through real projects rather than traditional credentials.

How It Works

• Learn in-demand skills by engaging with learning tracks and completing real projects.
• Build out your profile by uploading your resume and adding courses, projects, and experience.
• Your activity contributes to a dynamic, publicly accessible resume that highlights your practical capabilities.
• Explore the job board and use targeted search to find remote roles that align with your demonstrated skills.

How to Use Skills Over Paper

1. Sign Up and Create Your Profile: Start by creating your account and uploading your existing resume.
2. Choose a Learning Track: Pick a track aligned with your goals (Gaming, Generative AI & Data Science, Web, Crypto, etc.).
3. Complete Projects and Courses: Follow the track’s project ideas and complete corresponding courses to earn experience and credits.
4. Update Your Resume: As you complete projects and courses, your dynamic PDF resume and integrated resume reflect your growing capabilities.
5. Publish and Job Search: Make your resume public, use the job board, and perform targeted searches to find remote opportunities.

Benefits

• Accelerates learning by tying projects to resume-ready outcomes.
• Demonstrates tangible, hands-on skills to potential employers.
• Helps developers stay current with in-demand technologies through gamified progress.