Sira — Online LaTeX Resume & CV Builder
Sira (سيرة) is an open-source resume engineering engine built for software engineers, researchers, and technical professionals. It pairs the speed of structured visual editing with the mathematical typesetting rigor of TeXLive.
Why LaTeX Outperforms WYSIWYG Editors
Standard resume builders rely on canvas rasterization or fragile CSS floats that frequently scramble text flow when parsed by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
Sira decouples data entry from document compilation. You edit structured JSON parameters while our compilation layer generates standardized LaTeX source code, computing micro-typographic kerning, hyphenation penalties, and millimeter-exact page margins.
Engine & Formatting Specification Sheet
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Typesetting Engine | TeXLive 2026 / pdflatex |
| Preview Architecture | Dual-Mode: Fast Live DOM + Official TeX PDF |
| Layout Geometry | A4 (210×297mm) & US Letter (8.5×11in) |
| ATS Compatibility | 100% Vector Text Stream |
| Typography Families | 6 Curated Typefaces (Serif & Sans) |
| Data Persistence | Local-First (Browser LocalStorage) |
| State History | Full Undo / Redo History Stack |
Engineered for Applicant Tracking Systems
Enterprise hiring systems (including Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, and Taleo) use automated parsers to convert resume PDFs into structured applicant profiles.
Graphic-heavy templates containing sidebars, multi-column tables, progress bars, and icons often corrupt token order. Sira outputs a clean, linear text stream that guarantees flawless data extraction.
- ✓Selectable UTF-8 vector text stream
- ✓Standardized section header tokens
- ✓No parsing-breaking tables or text columns
- ✓Embedded clean hyperlinked metadata
TITLE: Full Stack Software Engineer
CONTACT: Kafr El-Sheikh, Egypt | +20 102 047 9938 | mohamedmohsen1790@gmail.com
ROLE: Senior Full Stack Engineer
ORGANIZATION: Enterprise Systems | DATES: 2023 – Present
• Architected Next.js microservices handling 2M+ monthly requests.
• Integrated distributed Redis caching, reducing compilation latency by 45%.
DEGREE: B.S. in Computer Science | UNIVERSITY: University of Technology
Raw ASCII text stream extraction verified against Greenhouse & Workday parser models.
Curated Typeface Specimen Sheet
Every font in Sira is selected for optical clarity, robust kerning, and classic typographic proportions suited for both digital viewing and high-resolution print.
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abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 0123456789
Ligatures & Special Symbols: fi fl ff ffi ffl & § ¶ † ‡ — – © ® ™ “ ” ‘ ’
TeX Gyre Pagella (Palatino)
Broad proportions, open counters, and sturdy serifs optimized for academic and mathematical layouts.
EB Garamond
Classic humanist proportions with delicate serifs and timeless typographic balance for executive CVs.
Lora
Contemporary serif with brushed curves and high stroke contrast, designed for sharp screen rendering.
Inter
Tall x-height and clean geometric forms tailored for developer CVs and modern tech portfolios.
Geist
Precision-engineered developer sans-serif with monospace accents and rigorous grid alignment.
Merriweather
Mild diagonal stress and sturdy serifs designed for dense, compact multi-bullet experience sections.
Generated Document Manifest
Vector PDF compiled via TeXLive. Contains selectable text streams, true embedded fonts, and exact print geometry.
Clean, standalone LaTeX source code. Open and compile directly in Overleaf, TeXstudio, VS Code, or CLI pdflatex.
Complete structured profile and styling state backup. Import anytime to restore your resume on any device.
Platform Documentation & Frequently Asked Questions
01Is Sira completely free to use?
Yes. Sira is 100% free and open-source under the MIT license. You can create, edit, compile, and export as many resumes as you need without watermarks or subscription paywalls.
02Do I need to know LaTeX syntax to use Sira?
No prior LaTeX knowledge is required. You fill in standard form inputs, and Sira deterministically constructs and compiles the LaTeX source document behind the scenes.
03Are Sira resumes compliant with ATS scanners?
Yes. Sira generates single-column linear text streams with standard section titles (Experience, Education, Skills) and selectable UTF-8 vector encoding, ensuring flawless automated parsing by Greenhouse, Lever, and Workday.
04Can I export my resume to Overleaf or local LaTeX compilers?
Yes. Use the "Export .tex" action in the top toolbar to download the complete standalone .tex file ready for Overleaf, TeXstudio, or command-line pdflatex.
05Where is my personal resume data stored?
Your data is stored locally inside your browser's LocalStorage. It is never persisted to a remote user database. When you compile a PDF, only the LaTeX source string is sent transiently to the compiler and returned.
06How does Sira guarantee preview parity with the PDF?
Sira implements a specialized mathematical Pagination Engine that measures DOM elements against page margins and font metrics in real time, partitioning content blocks so that page splits on your screen map 1:1 onto the compiled LaTeX PDF.