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🧲 Mastering Sourcing: A Recruiter's Guide
Smarter ways to find the right candidates faster and more effectively.
Raj Patel
July 29, 2025
Hi there,
Welcome to the twenty-second edition of the Reczee Newsletter! 🚀
Great hiring starts at the top of the funnel - and that means smart sourcing and sharper outreach. In this edition, we’re diving into two things that every recruiter needs to master: where to find the right candidates and how to connect with them the right way.
Let’s help you fill your funnel faster - with better-fit candidates.
📚 Spotlight Blog
1. How to Source Talent Like a Pro: The Complete Guide
Sourcing is more than just typing in a search bar - it’s about knowing where to look, how to look, and what to look for.
This guide covers everything from the basics of candidate sourcing to advanced techniques like Boolean search, X-ray search, and platform-specific tips.
You’ll also learn what to prepare before you start, how to stay organized, and how to build a sourcing system that actually works.
👉 [Read the Blog] – Build a sourcing engine, not just a candidate list.
2. Sourcing and Evaluating GitHub: A Recruiter’s Guide
GitHub isn’t just a place where developers store code - it’s where they show how they think, build, and collaborate.
In this guide, you’ll learn why GitHub is a goldmine for tech talent, how to source developers using smart search methods, and what to look for in a standout profile.
We’ve also included tips on how to write outreach that doesn’t feel generic - even if you’re not a developer yourself.
👉 [Read the Blog] – Source smarter and screen better with GitHub.
3. Sourcing on Stack Overflow: A Recruiter’s Guide
Stack Overflow is more than just a Q&A site - it’s where developers solve real problems and earn respect from their peers.
This guide shows you how to find high-quality, often passive candidates on the platform, what a strong profile looks like, and how to make the most of their activity signals.
If you’re looking to go beyond LinkedIn and source differently, this is where to start.
👉 [Read the Blog] – Discover hidden talent where real devs hang out.
📁 Free Resources
🛠️ Ultimate Sourcing Cheat Sheet for Recruiters
Want to level up your sourcing game across platforms?
This cheatsheet is packed with practical techniques to help you go beyond the basics and find talent where others aren’t looking:
🔍 Google X-ray Search – Advanced search strings that actually deliver results
💼 LinkedIn – Source using company pages, recommendations, hashtags, Recruiter, and more
💬 Stack Overflow – Spot high-quality developers based on activity and reputation
🐙 GitHub – Understand how to read real code contributions and project history
📋 Bonus Section – Ready-to-use Boolean strings, outreach prompts, and templates
👉 [Access the complete Cheatsheet] – Bring structure, speed, and strategy to your sourcing.
🎥 Webinar Recording
Screening Tech Resumes Like a Pro
Sourced a great candidate - now what? Learn how to screen tech resumes with confidence.
In this session, Reczee’s founder Raj shares how to assess backend and frontend profiles, evaluate GitHub and Stack Overflow activity, and handle high-volume screening without burning out.
Why Watch:
✅ Understand the differences between tech vs non-tech screening
✅ Learn what to look for in resumes & coding profiles
✅ Get actionable tips on screening from GitHub, Stack Overflow & Leetcode
✅ Improve speed without compromising on quality
✅ Designed for tech recruiters and those transitioning into the role
👉 Watch the Webinar – Master tech screening and join the top 5% of recruiters.
🌟 Pro Tip: The Best Recruiters Don’t Just Search - They Strategize
Every message, every search string, every outreach - it all adds up.
Your Takeaway:
Smart sourcing isn't about working harder. It's about using the right tools, templates, and tactics to work smarter - and stay ahead in a competitive market.