Hatchways

What is Hatchways?

Hatchways offers companies a streamlined way to conduct practical technical interviews by enabling candidates to complete assessments through GitHub repositories. Instead of traditional algorithmic tests, candidates engage in tasks such as submitting pull requests, fixing bugs, or reviewing code, closely mimicking day-to-day engineering work. The platform supports customizable templates, automation, and integration with popular ATS tools like Lever and Greenhouse, improving both candidate experience and hiring accuracy.

Key Features

• Real-World Task Simulations

  Assess candidates with practical engineering challenges like code reviews, bug fixes, and feature additions rather than abstract coding puzzles.

• GitHub-Based Workflow

  Candidates work directly within GitHub repositories, using familiar tools and version control, ensuring an authentic development environment.

• Customizable Assessments

  Employers can use pre-built templates or upload their own tasks tailored to specific roles and technologies.

• Automated Testing and Feedback

  Automated workflows run tests on submissions, providing instant feedback and enabling candidates to resubmit improved solutions.

• ATS Integrations

  Seamless integration with applicant tracking systems like Lever, Greenhouse, and Ashby for streamlined hiring workflows.

• Candidate Skill Development

  Offers a free tool for developers to practice realistic coding projects and optional personalized code reviews to enhance skills.

Use Cases

• Technical Hiring : Companies can evaluate engineering candidates through practical coding tasks that reflect real job responsibilities.
• Candidate Skill Assessment : Recruiters gain deeper insights into candidates’ coding abilities beyond traditional algorithm tests.
• Developer Skill Improvement : Individual developers use Hatchways’ practice projects and code reviews to refine their coding and problem-solving skills.
• Diversity and Inclusion Hiring : Supports equitable and inclusive interview experiences by focusing on realistic tasks rather than abstract challenges.

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