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Hey there, meme token enthusiasts and blockchain practitioners! If you’ve been scrolling through X lately, you might have stumbled across a post by Tristan (@Tristan0x) that’s got the tech community buzzing. On July 7, 2025, at 14:11 UTC, Tristan shared a candid take after reviewing over 100 CVs, highlighting a pattern that’s leaving recruiters scratching their heads. The median profile? A mix of co-founding a pump.fun clone in 2025, leading development on an AI trading app in 2024, a random hackathon project, and some NFT-related infrastructure from 2022. Sound familiar? Let’s break this down and figure out what’s going on!

The Cry for Originality

Tristan’s frustration is palpable: “Where are the real devs at? I want people who worked on cool, original shit with a passion.” It’s a sentiment that resonates with many in the industry, especially as the tech world gets flooded with trendy projects. Pump.fun clones, AI trading apps, and NFT infrastructure might look impressive on paper, but they often feel like rehashed ideas riding the wave of hype. As someone who’s spent years at the helm of CoinDesk, I’ve seen this cycle before—new tech buzzwords dominate CVs until the next big thing comes along.

So, what’s missing? Passion and originality. Tristan’s not alone in this hunt. According to a blog post from Jay Shirley, passionate developers are out there, but they’re often hard to spot because they’re busy enjoying their current gigs or working on unique side projects that don’t fit the mold of mass-market trends.

The 2025 CV Landscape

Let’s zoom into the CV trends shaping 2025. The digitization of the workplace—something we’ve been tracking closely at meme-insider.com—has transformed how developers present themselves. Back in 2023, PeopleGuru predicted that skills gaps would push employers to value both hard skills (like coding in Solidity for blockchain) and soft skills (like creativity and problem-solving). Fast forward to 2025, and it seems the gap hasn’t closed—87% of employers still struggle to find the right talent.

But here’s the catch: many CVs are now tailored with buzzwords like “AI,” “NFT,” and “Solana” to match job descriptions, making it tough to spot genuine innovation. Tristan’s median profile reflects this—projects that sound cutting-edge but lack the “cool, original shit” he’s after. It’s like everyone’s trying to crack the code to a pump.fun trading bot without adding their own twist.

Where Are the Passionate Devs?

So, where do we find these elusive developers? Jay Shirley suggests looking beyond the usual suspects. Engage with local tech communities, chat with devs about their non-tech interests, and build a reputation as someone fun to collaborate with. Passionate developers aren’t hiding—they’re just not always on the job boards. They might be tinkering with a meme token idea that could rival Dogecoin or building a tool that solves a niche problem no one else has tackled.

At Meme Insider, we’re all about empowering blockchain practitioners with knowledge. If you’re a dev reading this, consider showcasing a side project that screams you—not just the latest trend. Recruiters like Tristan are dying to see that spark.

A Call to Action

The response from @kanga_analytics in the thread raises a fair point: publicly blasting CVs might not be the best move. But it’s sparked a valuable conversation. If you’re hiring, try rethinking your approach—focus on passion over pedigree. And if you’re a developer, let your CV tell a story of originality. Who knows? Your next big break might come from a project inspired by the wild world of meme tokens!

What do you think—have you seen this trend in your own job hunts or hiring sprees? Drop your thoughts in the comments, and let’s keep this discussion going!