Exactly! So much of this is automated on their side already, as a job seeker you want to move as quickly as you can and automate as much as you can without resorting to lying or spam.
Network. Talk to your friends and acquaintances. Go to meetups and talks, maybe even conferences. Speak to some recruiters. Find one who isn’t too full of shit.
Given that, what is one to do? you can either quit tech and go work at whole foods, or you can try another tactic. That's what I did. And it actually landed me a perfect job that pays well and is aligned with my skill set.