Quotes from https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-know-applicant-tracking-systems-2026-andrew-seaman-mzz8e/ on ATS tracing systems.
"Don't worry about the ATS! Rarely will you know the specific system used by any given employer, which features the company has access to, and how any given recruiter will use the system. You can't control any of it; don't worry about it....
"Your focus should be on conducting a strategic and targeted job search for roles that A.) you can do well, B.) you're interested in and C.) are growing in demand. At the intersection of all of those factors is where you'll find the most success in a job search. Then, you need to position yourself as one of the best candidates for the role. Don't worry about impressing an AI or machine; focus on impressing the humans using those machines.