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Template 18 vs Template 19: The Code vs The Scholar 2.0

Developer toolkit meets academic excellence. Which professional path does your resume need to support?

TEMPLATE 18The Code template preview

The Code

Developer/Technical

Developer-focused template with project links, tech tags, and code-friendly icons. Built for software engineers.

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TEMPLATE 19The Scholar 2.0 template preview

The Scholar 2.0

Academic/Research

Education-focused design with white-box education styling. Perfect for academics, researchers, and educators.

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Quick Stats Comparison

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Skills Display
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Best For:

  • Software Engineers
  • Web Developers
  • Programmers
  • Tech Leads
  • DevOps Engineers

Best For:

  • Professors
  • Researchers
  • PhD Candidates
  • Educators
  • Academics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use The Code if I'm not a developer?

The Code is optimized for technical roles. If you're in a non-technical field, The Scholar 2.0 or other templates would better showcase your experience.

Which template is better for ATS systems?

Both are ATS-friendly. The Code's tech tags are machine-readable, while The Scholar 2.0's clean academic structure also passes ATS checks.

Can I include both publications and GitHub projects?

Choose based on your audience. The Scholar 2.0 for academic roles, The Code for tech positions. Each is optimized for its specific purpose.

Are these templates really free?

Yes! All 20 templates are completely free with no hidden costs. You can create, download, and print as many resumes as you need.

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