What steps will help me land a job? [closed]

People around me think that I am talented: my former professors, classmates, even my friends. Some of the people I met in university still ask me to advise them about their research papers even after I've completed my Computer Science degree. Recently I've even received a message from my professor that my research paper was chosen to be presented internationally. Sounds good doesn't it.

The problem is I can't land a job. I've been searching for almost seven months. I always get feedback about my applications and I've also tried going to seminars, attending training, and taking free online courses to enhance my skills. I'm frustrated because I think I'd do well in industry.

What can I do to make myself a more attractive candidate?

Here are some broad categories of steps that I think will help you. From your post I see you are already doing some or all of these:

1. Enhance your skills: you're on the right track on this one. If there's any particular field or technology you'd like to work with I'd suggest to focus on that. If you don't already have one I strongly suggest you to build a portfolio of work samples. Create a code repository on a site like GitHub so potential employers can see what you can do. Deploy a simple web application to somewhere like Heroku. Sites like these have free tiers and are great for students and job-seekers.

2. Build your network: you mention that former professors and classmates admire your knowledge and skills. You can ask them for advice on your job hunt. Tread lightly, though, people like being asked for advice and being able to help colleagues, but they may not like it if they feel you're just using them for your benefit. Another thing I would suggest is to join technology meetups in your area. Find a group that interests you and make friends. Bring something to the table too: if someone gives a talk ask relevant questions, maybe give a talk of your own. I used to attend meetups in Manila and know that people do find jobs/new employees this way.

3. Digest feedback and iterate: you mentioned feedback from companies you've applied to but the experience you get from doing the above also counts as feedback. Try to evaluate it all objectively. You don't have to take everything onboard but don't dismiss anything out-of-hand, either. Repeat #1 and #2 above.

4. Organise your search. If it works for you, keep a spreadsheet of your target companies, contacts, and what stage you are at with each. Find people you may know who work there. Ask them what it's like working there and what skills you might need to brush up on. Ask for advice, don't ask for a job. Make sure you tailor your resumes and cover letters to each job posting. Make it how about you can help the company and why you are a good fit for the role.

Be patient, good luck!