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I am proficient in ReactJs (which is a Javascript framework for creating web applications). I want to mention that I have basic knowledge, and some experience, in other programming languages as well. This is for a resume so needs to be in a short and concise way (apart from React).

I am trying to find another word for 'beginner' as this word seems too basic. I tried finding various synonyms for the word but I am not content with any of the available synonyms.

Could anyone suggest a good phrase or word for it?

KillingTime
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Pritam Shrestha
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  • You state that the "various synonyms" are not suitable, what exactly do you need this word/phrase to mean that the synonyms lack? – KillingTime Feb 09 '22 at 10:43
  • @KillingTime As dubious mentioned in the answer, I actually need a one-word referring to such a phrase. For example, proficient suits as I am experienced in the language. But in another language, I am a novice. I want some formal word that is kind of midway of too novice and proficient. – Pritam Shrestha Feb 09 '22 at 11:12
  • Your experience level might be: Novice, Advanced Beginner, Competent, Proficient or Expert. – Weather Vane Feb 09 '22 at 11:29
  • Yeah, I guess so. I think I will go with either intermediate or Advanced Beginner. – Pritam Shrestha Feb 09 '22 at 11:38
  • A "gentleman amateur"? – Steve Feb 09 '22 at 12:30
  • "What do you call a person who has basic knowledge or some basic experience in some programming language?" Dangerous. – Andrew Leach Feb 09 '22 at 12:55
  • I like to use the word 'conversant' as I would with a natural language, because it implies many of the same qualities: it implies that I don't shy away from the language and am happy to use it, I can understand it and contribute meaningfully, though I may not know everything, I know enough to know what I don't know and the right questions to ask and the write terminology to use when I don't know something, etc. – Mark Allen Feb 09 '22 at 18:39
  • @AndrewLeach I agree :D – Pritam Shrestha Feb 10 '22 at 03:56

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Some options:

  • I am also familiar with Rust and Go
  • I have some familiarity with...
  • I have also worked with...
  • I have some experience with...
  • In the past I have worked with...
dubious
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  • I have seen in most of the sample resumes I being avoided. Most of the profile summary begins with something like Self-motivated and cheerful customer service professional with 2+ years of experience helping customers navigate websites and resolving product and service issues. I want to include something like Proficient in ReactJs and Javascript. Have some experience in Rust and Go.. So, just like word proficient, some single-word for familiarity and experience seem better in this context but I am not quite sure what word to use. – Pritam Shrestha Feb 09 '22 at 11:19
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    If you can't use "I" In a document designed to sell yourself, where can you? If you don't want it to be first-person, try: "Proficient in ReactJs and Javascript. Additional experience in Rust and Go." – dubious Feb 09 '22 at 12:10