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Show HN: I Built an AI-Powered Job Assistant with a Chrome Extension

1 points by daironcanel 2y ago

Hey, I’m Dairon. After struggling with the repetitive and disorganized process of applying for jobs, I decided to build Applyvite. It’s a career assistant app that simplifies the entire job application journey—from crafting tailored resumes to saving job descriptions from any website with the Applyvite Chrome extension. The goal is to keep everything in one place, so users can easily track their applications and documents, without the hassle of constantly filling out the same info over and over. I built this as a solo founder and am passionate about making the job application process smoother for everyone. I’d love your feedback—let me know what you think!

linsomniac 2y ago
I, as an interviewer, find it hard to spend more time on reviewing an application than the job-seeker spends applying. We tend to have a team of 3 reviewing the applications, so if you automate applying down to 15 seconds, I won't want to spend more than 5 seconds reviewing it. Our last round I'd say 95% or more of applicants didn't even read the job description. I'm going to propose that the next time we hire, we set up a custom job app site, and auto-reject any applications that don't come in through that. It was so frustrating spending an hour a day reviewing applications that seemed to have no more than a couple seconds investment on applying. Applications that were not directly qualified, and provided no cover letter explaining why they would be a good match.
- Oras 2y ago
  I assume you don’t have any ATS? (Applicant Tracking System) as most of them will show you the matching of each applicant.
  - daironcanel 2y ago
    You’re absolutely right—an ATS can really help streamline the process. It might also be worth considering an AI feature for your team that analyzes applications and ranks them based on how well they match the job description. It could save time and help prioritize the most relevant candidates more effectively.
  - linsomniac 2y ago
    We were, we were using a platform for it, but it wasn't very good.
    - daironcanel 2y ago
      I understand! I’m still on the job hunt myself, but if you ever need help implementing or improving those systems, feel free to reach out. I’d be happy to collaborate or share ideas. You can DM me on Twitter (@dairon_canel) or connect with me on LinkedIn (Dairon Canel). Best of luck with everything!
- daironcanel 2y ago
  Hi there, and sorry for the late reply! This is my first product and my first post on Hacker News, so I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective. I completely understand your frustration as an interviewer. My goal with Applyvite isn’t to hack or cheat the hiring process—it’s to help job seekers navigate a process that can often feel disorganized and overwhelming. Many job postings aren’t always clear about what they expect. Beyond cover letters, some require additional essays, like explaining why a candidate chose a specific company or why they believe they’re a good fit, on top of everything else. While these tasks are understandable from an employer’s perspective, they can add a significant burden on job seekers, particularly those who are unemployed and urgently need to pay bills. I built Applyvite based on my own experience. I’ve applied to over 300 jobs, spending countless hours on applications, only to get five interviews, none of which progressed to a technical stage where I could showcase my skills. As someone from Cuba, I can’t help but feel that my accent may have played a role in those outcomes. During that time, I realized I was repeating a lot of steps in every application. That’s why I created Applyvite—not to game the system but to help people streamline their efforts. The app keeps all job applications and tailored documents in one place and provides tools to customize each application. My goal is to help job seekers land interviews, which is what really matters. I understand that separating thoughtful applications from poorly considered ones is a challenge you face as an interviewer, but that’s already part of your role. For those of us still searching for a job, tools like Applyvite can be a lifeline. I hope this gives some clarity on my intent, and again, I genuinely appreciate your feedback—it helps me improve.
fredtalty5 2y ago
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1 points by daironcanel 2y ago

linsomniac 2y ago

I, as an interviewer, find it hard to spend more time on reviewing an application than the job-seeker spends applying. We tend to have a team of 3 reviewing the applications, so if you automate applying down to 15 seconds, I won't want to spend more than 5 seconds reviewing it. Our last round I'd say 95% or more of applicants didn't even read the job description. I'm going to propose that the next time we hire, we set up a custom job app site, and auto-reject any applications that don't come in through that. It was so frustrating spending an hour a day reviewing applications that seemed to have no more than a couple seconds investment on applying. Applications that were not directly qualified, and provided no cover letter explaining why they would be a good match.

Oras 2y ago
I assume you don’t have any ATS? (Applicant Tracking System) as most of them will show you the matching of each applicant.
- daironcanel 2y ago
  You’re absolutely right—an ATS can really help streamline the process. It might also be worth considering an AI feature for your team that analyzes applications and ranks them based on how well they match the job description. It could save time and help prioritize the most relevant candidates more effectively.
- linsomniac 2y ago
  We were, we were using a platform for it, but it wasn't very good.
  - daironcanel 2y ago
    I understand! I’m still on the job hunt myself, but if you ever need help implementing or improving those systems, feel free to reach out. I’d be happy to collaborate or share ideas. You can DM me on Twitter (@dairon_canel) or connect with me on LinkedIn (Dairon Canel). Best of luck with everything!
daironcanel 2y ago
Hi there, and sorry for the late reply! This is my first product and my first post on Hacker News, so I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective. I completely understand your frustration as an interviewer. My goal with Applyvite isn’t to hack or cheat the hiring process—it’s to help job seekers navigate a process that can often feel disorganized and overwhelming. Many job postings aren’t always clear about what they expect. Beyond cover letters, some require additional essays, like explaining why a candidate chose a specific company or why they believe they’re a good fit, on top of everything else. While these tasks are understandable from an employer’s perspective, they can add a significant burden on job seekers, particularly those who are unemployed and urgently need to pay bills. I built Applyvite based on my own experience. I’ve applied to over 300 jobs, spending countless hours on applications, only to get five interviews, none of which progressed to a technical stage where I could showcase my skills. As someone from Cuba, I can’t help but feel that my accent may have played a role in those outcomes. During that time, I realized I was repeating a lot of steps in every application. That’s why I created Applyvite—not to game the system but to help people streamline their efforts. The app keeps all job applications and tailored documents in one place and provides tools to customize each application. My goal is to help job seekers land interviews, which is what really matters. I understand that separating thoughtful applications from poorly considered ones is a challenge you face as an interviewer, but that’s already part of your role. For those of us still searching for a job, tools like Applyvite can be a lifeline. I hope this gives some clarity on my intent, and again, I genuinely appreciate your feedback—it helps me improve.

fredtalty5 2y ago

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