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Mehedy Hasan Ador
Mehedy Hasan Ador

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Building Interview OS: A Privacy-First Job Search Tracker with Next.js

Why I Built Interview OS

Job hunting gets chaotic fast.

After applying to 50+ jobs, I was juggling spreadsheets, email threads, and notes — and still missing follow-ups. Existing tools were either too generic or didn’t respect user privacy.

So I built Interview OS — a privacy-first command center for job seekers.

Core Features

  • 📋 Kanban pipeline for tracking applications
  • 📅 Interview round logging with markdown notes
  • ✉️ Smart email templates using {{placeholders}}
  • 🔒 Emails sent via your own SMTP
  • 🌐 Community-driven interview questions

Tech Stack

// Core stack
Next.js 16.1.1 (App Router)
TypeScript
MongoDB
Prisma
Tailwind CSS
Radix UI
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Why this stack:

  • Next.js for performance + server actions
  • MongoDB for flexible, evolving data
  • Tailwind + Radix for fast, accessible UI
  • Prisma for type-safe data access

Privacy-First by Design

Interview OS does NOT:

  • Sell user data
  • Send emails on your behalf
  • Act as a recruiter tool

Emails are sent using your SMTP, and your data stays yours.

What’s Next

  • Better analytics for applications
  • More community-driven insights
  • Export & backup options

If you're job hunting — or building tools for people who are — I’d love your feedback.

🔗 https://interviewos.xyz

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