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HackerNews Job Auditor: Filter High-Quality Tech Jobs in Seconds

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import requests
from bs4 import BeautifulSoup

def fetch_hn_jobs():
    url = 'https://news.ycombinator.com/jobs'
    response = requests.get(url)
    soup = BeautifulSoup(response.text, 'html.parser')
    jobs = []

    for item in soup.select('.athing'):  # Select job entries
        title = item.select_one('.titlelink').text.strip()
        link = item.select_one('.titlelink')['href']
        jobs.append((title, link))

    return jobs
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The HackerNews Job Auditor is a Python script that automates the process of filtering high-quality tech jobs from Hacker News. This tool is designed for developers and recruiters who need to quickly identify relevant job postings from the Hacker News jobs page. By using this script, you can save hours of manual screening and focus on meaningful opportunities.

How It Works

The script uses the requests and BeautifulSoup libraries to fetch and parse job listings from the Hacker News jobs page. It then extracts job titles and links, which can be further processed or exported. Here's a simplified version of the job fetching logic:

import requests
from bs4 import BeautifulSoup

def fetch_hn_jobs():
    url = 'https://news.ycombinator.com/jobs'
    response = requests.get(url)
    soup = BeautifulSoup(response.text, 'html.parser')
    jobs = []

    for item in soup.select('.athing'):
        title = item.select_one('.titlelink').text.strip()
        link = item.select_one('.titlelink')['href']
        jobs.append((title, link))

    return jobs
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This script fetches job data and returns a list of tuples containing job titles and their respective links. You can extend this logic to include additional filtering criteria, such as job location, company, or salary.

Key Features

  • Automated Filtering: The script automatically scores jobs based on technical depth and relevance, helping you focus on high-quality opportunities.
  • Export Ready: You can export clean, ready-to-use job lists for your team or use them in your recruitment process.
  • Real-Time Updates: The script stays updated with real-time Hacker News job audits, ensuring you always have the latest information.

Installation and Usage

To use the HackerNews Job Auditor, you'll need Python 3.7+ and the following libraries:

pip install requests beautifulsoup4
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Once installed, you can run the script and see the output in a structured format. The script includes a sample output file that demonstrates the exact format of the job listings.

Why Use This Tool

Manually screening jobs from Hacker News can be time-consuming and inefficient. The HackerNews Job Auditor helps you save hours of manual work each week by automating the filtering process. This allows you to focus on what matters most: identifying the best tech opportunities.

For more information and to download the script, visit https://intellitools.gumroad.com/l/hackernews-job-auditor.

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