I'm applying for a web development, web-services based job (as described) that focuses on open standards and ubiquitous data formats in a multi-platform environment.

I'm going to give you my resume in XML and LaTex, you format it.

Arguing if the author's post is accurate or not for all or any resume is pointless. Moreover I think he illustrated greatly the disparity between who is hiring and who needs the work done. Have you (the one hiring) actually done any software development or engineering in the past week? If you are responsible for "first look" then the chances are you have not. HR Filters & Eliminates candidates based on whatever software and processes they have in place. Unfortunately, this is a fact of life. Anyone with any intelligence and success being hired understands two things: "This company has a need" and "This company does not need me".

If you spend 30 seconds dismissing my resume, expect to find someone who is going to spend 30 seconds dismissing your requirements document. You get what you put in.

My opinion, great article, and is clearly meant to help.