Dev Journal

Navigating Candidate Privacy Notices in Recruitment

We implemented a comprehensive applicant privacy notice to enhance transparency and compliance with GDPR regulations.

Navigating US State AI Hiring Laws: A Guide for Developers

We implemented a decision tree to help companies navigate the complex landscape of AI hiring laws across Illinois, Colorado, California, and New York.

Navigating GDPR's Automated Decision-Making in Hiring

We implemented a transparent scoring model to comply with GDPR requirements, enhancing candidate trust and improving the hiring process.

Navigating the EU Pay Transparency Directive: Salary Disclosure in Job Ads

We revised our job postings to comply with the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring salary ranges are included in every ad.

Navigating NYC Local Law 144: A Practical Guide to AEDT Bias Audits

We implemented a structured approach to comply with NYC Local Law 144, ensuring thorough AEDT bias audits and transparent candidate evaluations.

Why Developers Ghost Your Hiring Process and How to Cut It

Explore the reasons behind candidate ghosting in hiring processes and actionable strategies to reduce drop-off rates.

The Pair Programming Interview: Format, Rubric and Failure Modes

This guide explores the format and common pitfalls of pair programming interviews to help improve the hiring process for developers and recruiters.

Crafting Candidate Rejection Emails That Preserve Your Employer Brand

Learn how to write effective candidate rejection emails that maintain your company's reputation and provide a respectful experience for all applicants.

Essential Technical Screening Questions for Effective Hiring

This guide provides a comprehensive question bank for technical screening, designed to reveal genuine skills over buzzwords.

Structured Interviews: How to Run Them for Software Engineers

Structured interviews enhance the selection process for software engineers by improving predictive validity. This guide outlines how to implement them effectively.

Interview Scorecard Template for Engineering Hires

A structured interview scorecard can streamline the hiring process, reduce bias, and improve decision-making for engineering roles.

Take-Home Assignment vs Live Coding Interview: Which Signal Is Worth the Cost

Hiring managers must choose between take-home assignments and live coding interviews to assess developer candidates effectively. This guide compares the two methods in terms of signal quality, bias, and candidate experience.