5.35B internet users worldwide
Your code speaks.
Does the internet know about you?
"Write code for machines. Build a footprint for people."
Reality Check
Ever Googled yourself?
Recruiters do. Hiring managers do. Everyone does.
What shows up when they search your name?
of recruiters Google you first
before they even schedule an interview
Check social profiles
GitHub & LinkedIn before your résumé
Candidates rejected
due to poor online presence
If you don't control your digital footprint,
Google will.
The Visibility Gap
Hard work doesn't compound
unless it's visible
Most engineers ship great work—but never publish it
0%
Work Done
Great engineers shipping quality code every day
0%
Documented
Creating internal docs, READMEs, and notes
0%
Discoverable
Actually visible and searchable online
The gap is opportunity
Same skills. Same effort. Exponentially different outcomes.
Invisible Engineer
Great work, but only your team knows
Résumé gets lost in the pile
Google shows nothing or outdated info
Cold applications, low response rate
Searchable Engineer
Work visible across GitHub, blogs, LinkedIn
First-page Google results you control
Inbound messages from recruiters
Opportunities find you
Career Acceleration
The same skills. Different outcomes.
Industry data shows the compounding effect of visibility
5×
More visibility
Engineers who blog receive 5× more inbound opportunities
3×
More interviews
Open-source contributors get 3× more interview calls
14×
Profile views
Profiles with photos get 14× more profile views
The Future of Hiring
AI Will Find You— If You're Discoverable
The next wave of hiring won't start with a job application. It'll start with an AI agent researching candidates online. Make sure it finds the right story about you.
See for yourself—ask AI about the author of this book
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The Solution
Introducing
Digital Footprint
for software engineers
A practical playbook for software engineers who want their work to be discoverable, credible, and career-defining
This isn't about becoming an influencer. It's about making sure your best work doesn't go unnoticed.
Perfect for:
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About the Author
Vinit Shahdeo
A software engineer and engineering leader who has worked across developer platforms, fintech, AI-driven products, and large-scale distributed systems.
As a GitHub Star and open-source mentor, he's helped thousands of engineers build visibility through code, content, and community.
This book shares the exact playbook he used to build his digital footprint.
Try it yourself: Google "Vinit Shahdeo" to see the principles in action
What You'll Learn
Inside the book
38 actionable chapters across 11 sections with frameworks you can use today
The 3C Model: Code, Content & Community
The foundational framework for building your digital presence
GitHub Mastery
Advanced practices to craft a standout profile and make your code shine
LinkedIn Strategies for Engineers
From essentials to advanced tactics for professional networking
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Why This Book
Not another LinkedIn guru
Written by an engineer, for engineers
Written by a practicing engineer
Real experience, not theory
No fluff, no influencer tactics
Straight to the point
Real examples, frameworks, and checklists
Actionable from day one
Focused on long-term credibility
Build lasting reputation
Not another growth hacking guide. Just honest, practical advice for engineers who want their work to speak for itself.
Real frameworks from real engineering experience
See the principles in action
What Engineers Say
Trusted by engineers
From engineers at companies you know, who've applied these principles
"Finally, a book that treats visibility as engineering craft, not marketing theater."
Shreya Anand
Software Engineer · Microsoft
"The FOOTPRINT framework changed how I think about my online presence. Practical and actionable."
Aman Kumar
Site Reliability Engineer · Cloudflare
"I wish I had this when I started my career. Would have saved years of trial and error."
Archit Roy
Software Engineer · Bank of America
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First Impressions
If someone Googles you today
What do they find? First-page results shape first impressions.
The Discovery Funnel
1,000
Google searches
300
Click profile
100
Reach out
10
Interviews
You don't get a second first search
Your name is your landing page. Make sure it shows the right story.
Signals That Matter
GitHub Activity
CriticalReal code, real projects
LinkedIn Profile
CriticalProfessional presence
Blog Posts
HighThought leadership
Talks & Podcasts
MediumPublic speaking
Portfolio Site
GoodShowcase work
Your searchability checklist
- ✓Searchable — Your name returns relevant results
- ✓Credible — Links point to real work
- ✓Consistent — Same identity across platforms
- ✓Authentic — Represents who you really are
Your footprint is a collection of signals. Make them count.
Your Ecosystem
Your Digital Footprint
Every piece contributes to your online presence—working together to tell your story
Live Activity
Signals building your footprint
vinitshahdeo committed to digital-footprint repo
vinitshahdeo tweeted about building in public
vinitshahdeo published Engineering Career Growth
vinitshahdeo published @vinitshahdeo/cli-toolkit
vinitshahdeo reel reached 1M views
vinitshahdeo wrote article on Software Architecture
vinitshahdeo spoke at DevConf 2026
Each signal amplifies your presence
Build your digital footprint strategically—each element amplifies the others
The Bottom Line
Your Name Is a Brand — Build It.
Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Found.
The engineers who get noticed aren't always the best coders — they're the ones who show up. Start building your footprint today.
Ready to Start?
Digital Footprint
for Software Engineers
Get your copy today and start building your online presence