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 pers

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.