- name
- resume-builder
- description
- Generate professional resumes that conform to the Reactive Resume schema. Use when the user wants to create, build, or generate a resume through conversational AI, or asks about resume structure, sections, or content. This skill guides the agent to ask clarifying questions, avoid hallucination, and produce valid JSON output for https://rxresu.me.
Resume Builder for Reactive Resume
Build professional resumes through conversational AI for Reactive Resume, a free and open-source resume builder.
Core Principles
- Never hallucinate - Only include information explicitly provided by the user
- Ask questions - When information is missing or unclear, ask before assuming
- Be concise - Use clear, direct language; avoid filler words
- Validate output - Ensure all generated JSON conforms to the schema
Workflow
Step 1: Gather Basic Information
Ask for essential details first, unless the user has already provided them:
- Full name
- Professional headline/title
- Email address
- Phone number
- Location (city, state/country)
- Website (optional)
Step 2: Collect Section Content
For each section the user wants to include, gather specific details. Never invent dates, company names, or achievements.
Experience: company, position, location, period (e.g., "Jan 2020 - Present"), description of responsibilities/achievements
Education: school, degree, area of study, grade (optional), location, period
Skills: name, proficiency level (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced/Expert), keywords
Projects: name, period, website (optional), description
Other sections: languages, certifications, awards, publications, volunteer work, interests, references
Step 3: Configure Layout and Design
Ask about preferences:
- Template preference (13 available: azurill, bronzor, chikorita, ditto, ditgar, gengar, glalie, kakuna, lapras, leafish, onyx, pikachu, rhyhorn)
- Page format: A4 or Letter
- Which sections to include and their order
Step 4: Generate Valid JSON
Output must conform to the Reactive Resume schema. See references/schema.md for the complete schema structure.
Key requirements:
- All item
idfields must be valid UUIDs - Description fields accept HTML-formatted strings
- Website fields require both
urlandlabelproperties - Colors use
rgba(r, g, b, a)format - Fonts must be available on Google Fonts
Resume Writing Tips
Share these tips when helping users craft their resume content:
Content Guidelines
- Lead with impact: Start bullet points with action verbs (Led, Developed, Increased, Managed)
- Quantify achievements: Use numbers when possible ("Increased sales by 25%", "Managed team of 8")
- Tailor to the role: Emphasize relevant experience for the target position
- Be specific: Replace vague terms with concrete examples
- Keep it concise: 1-2 pages maximum for most professionals
Section Order Recommendations
For most professionals:
- Summary (if experienced)
- Experience
- Education
- Skills
- Projects (if relevant)
- Certifications/Awards
For students/recent graduates:
- Education
- Projects
- Skills
- Experience (if any)
- Activities/Volunteer
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Including personal pronouns ("I", "my")
- Using passive voice
- Listing job duties instead of achievements
- Including irrelevant personal information
- Inconsistent date formatting
Output Format
When generating the resume, output a complete JSON object that conforms to the Reactive Resume schema. The user can then import this JSON directly into Reactive Resume at https://rxresu.me.
Example minimal structure:
{
"picture": { "hidden": true, "url": "", "size": 80, "rotation": 0, "aspectRatio": 1, "borderRadius": 0, "borderColor": "rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5)", "borderWidth": 0, "shadowColor": "rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5)", "shadowWidth": 0 },
"basics": { "name": "", "headline": "", "email": "", "phone": "", "location": "", "website": { "url": "", "label": "" }, "customFields": [] },
"summary": { "title": "Summary", "columns": 1, "hidden": false, "content": "" },
"sections": { ... },
"customSections": [],
"metadata": { "template": "onyx", "layout": { ... }, ... }
}For the complete schema, see references/schema.md.
Asking Good Questions
When information is missing, ask specific questions:
- "What was your job title at [Company]?"
- "What dates did you work there? (e.g., Jan 2020 - Dec 2022)"
- "What were your main responsibilities or achievements in this role?"
- "Do you have a specific target role or industry in mind?"
Avoid compound questions. Ask one thing at a time for clarity.