Do Some Contract Work

Another way is to start consulting and do some contract work. Visit temp agencies and freelance websites. Many of the clientele care less about your resume and more about your portfolio.

Additionally, it's a great source of income until you land a full-time job-- though you may have to charge less at first. It's also not rare to hear of the client hiring the consultant or contractor via a temp-to-perm role, especially if you demonstrate that you're providing a return on their investment.

If you've been building stuff for yourself, it may be enough to snag a contracting gig that you can then put on your resume. Many people are drawn to the variety that full-time consulting or contracting offers, and make an entire career out of this.