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    git diff origin/master -- test.file
It will show you a diff of a file between the master branch of remote origin and your local branch. I use it way more than I can think of.

I have recently started blogging. It's just a jekyll site hosted on Github pages. I usually post things about data structures and some of my side projects.

chinmayapatanaik.com

Yeah I can relate to that. Even I thought of doing some freelance stuff while I was in college, but you can't compete against people with $5-$10 per hour rates.

Also there are a couple of companies which are trying to simplify the hiring(interview, visa etc.) process.

1. https://underdog.io/

2. https://triplebyte.com/

I haven't used their service before. But sometimes ago I read their blog and it sounded interesting.

Seems like you have decent web development experience. I also agree that building an impressive Github profile will take a lot of time. You can always try on freelancing sites . If not, I do have one more suggestion.

1. Look for startups from Angellist or Crunchbase. Pick a couple of them based on your skills. Filter by remote working option. Also checkout https://remoteok.io/.

2. Once you have a couple of companies sorted, check out their blog and see if they have any public APIs available or not.

3. Build something with their public API. It doesn't have to be awesome. A simple working app is also fine.

4. Directly contact the company via Linkedin with your resume and show them the app you have built.

Overall the entire process won't take more than a couple of weeks. Clearing the tech interview is another thing. But I am sure you can get an interview with this approach. Hope it helps.

You have a very good profile. But the look and feel of your resume can be improved. I do have some suggestions.

1. Remove the objective section.

2. Remove unnecessary new lines and spaces.

3. Make the education section short. I don't think you need to add specific topics that you read in your courses.

4. List what you did on your job and projects as bullet points instead of a paragraph.

5. Create a Github account and upload your code there. Then provide a link to your Github account in your resume.

6. Create a Linkedin account and add it to your resume.

7. I always add a Hobbies section. Not sure if it's necessary or not.

8. Also if you have a personal website, add it to your resume.

I would suggest you to use any sample CV template. Take a look at http://www.careercup.com/resume. Hope it helps.