Should I keep tech that's somewhat outdated on my resume?

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You know COBOL? Sure, just put there. What's the worst that can happen, unless your CV is running out space...

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Or you can switch to a smaller font! Seriously though, there are ways to squeeze things in if necessary.

Hopefully you have enough up-to-date skills that you don't have space on your resume for outdated tech. Unless it's something new/interesting I leave it out unless I know it'll be needed for a specific role I want.

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It drives hiring managers crazy if you list out each and every thing you know. Don’t list every version of something, the latest is fine. But to show your progression in the field I think is good. Shows you’ve evolved and grown and can learn new technologies. Like AM1 says above ^ also keep in mind the real estate those things take on your resume

Only keep it if it's at least somewhat relevant to the job you are applying for.

Depends on what it is. For example, some folks put MS Office but it's not necessary

No, but what's outdated is relevant to the company you're applying to. Established big firms and newer startups mayb have different standards

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