https://coderpad.io/CoderPad insights and resourceshttps://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-to-hire-for-ai-fluency-now-that-its-a-critical-skill/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-to-hire-for-ai-fluency-now-that-its-a-critical-skill/Based on the CoderPad webinar featuring Bayo Ojuri (CoderPad), Bonnie Dilber (Zapier), and Melany Austin (GoDaddy).Thu, 10 Sep 2026 06:52:04 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/hot-takes-on-hiring-ai-fluency-is-a-myth/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/hot-takes-on-hiring-ai-fluency-is-a-myth/Our CEO, Amanda Richardson, and our Head of Product, Frank Hauben, can't agree on anything else.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:42:27 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/5-unfiltered-takes-on-ai-that-engineering-leaders-actually-believe/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/5-unfiltered-takes-on-ai-that-engineering-leaders-actually-believe/We put a room full of senior engineering leaders together, took away the slides, added beer, and asked them to say the thing they'd never put in a LinkedInFri, 21 Aug 2026 08:42:24 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/your-developer-interview-loop-is-a-year-old-is-it-still-finding-your-best-candidates/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/your-developer-interview-loop-is-a-year-old-is-it-still-finding-your-best-candidates/A YC-backed founder called me last week with some good questions. His 20-person startup hadn't hired an engineer in over a year. Now they're opening reqsTue, 18 Aug 2026 05:58:27 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/product-updates/your-question-bank-is-leaking-heres-the-fix/https://coderpad.io/blog/product-updates/your-question-bank-is-leaking-heres-the-fix/Every hiring team eventually hits the same wall: TA own raising the bar, don’t have the technical knowledge required to write questions that test for it. SoFri, 31 Jul 2026 05:47:23 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-fluency-is-the-new-technical-skill-is-your-hiring-process-ready/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-fluency-is-the-new-technical-skill-is-your-hiring-process-ready/Artificial intelligence has fundamentally changed software development.Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:03:58 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/announcements/best-technical-assessment-software-for-hr-teams-in-2026/https://coderpad.io/blog/announcements/best-technical-assessment-software-for-hr-teams-in-2026/Finding the best technical assessment software for HR teams isn't about finding the platform with the longest feature list. It's about finding the platformTue, 07 Jul 2026 13:16:11 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-didnt-kill-entry-level-hiring-bad-screening-did/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-didnt-kill-entry-level-hiring-bad-screening-did/For the last two years, the narrative has been loud, confident, and mostly wrong:Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:08:08 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/the-resume-is-dead-most-teams-just-havent-admitted-it-yet/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/the-resume-is-dead-most-teams-just-havent-admitted-it-yet/Resumes made sense when applying for a job took real effort. That era is over.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:51:44 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/is-your-technical-hiring-process-screening-out-great-engineers/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/is-your-technical-hiring-process-screening-out-great-engineers/The short answer: Many technical hiring processes are doing the latter. High-friction interview loops, live coding under observation, and AI-restrictiveTue, 09 Jun 2026 06:51:26 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/junior-developers-are-your-strategic-advantage-if-you-can-actually-evaluate-them/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/junior-developers-are-your-strategic-advantage-if-you-can-actually-evaluate-them/Campus recruiting season arrives the same way every year: hundreds of applications, a narrow window, and a process that was never designed for this muchMon, 01 Jun 2026 16:15:42 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/product-updates/2026-product-recap/https://coderpad.io/blog/product-updates/2026-product-recap/AI has fundamentally changed how engineers work.Wed, 27 May 2026 20:39:37 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/your-hiring-process-is-losing-you-top-talent-before-they-ever-interview/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/your-hiring-process-is-losing-you-top-talent-before-they-ever-interview/Not skills. Not judgment. Not potential. It's screening for the ability to interview well. And those two things have almost nothing to do with each other. WeTue, 19 May 2026 18:43:45 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/coderpad-uses-coderpad-to-hire-engineers-heres-how/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/coderpad-uses-coderpad-to-hire-engineers-heres-how/When we opened our latest software engineer role, we had 100 applications within 24 hours. By the end of the first week, without running a single ad, we hadWed, 13 May 2026 07:48:37 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/is-your-technical-hiring-process-built-for-the-ai-era-find-out-with-a-new-quiz/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/is-your-technical-hiring-process-built-for-the-ai-era-find-out-with-a-new-quiz/AI didn't just change how engineers build software. It changed what it means to hire one.Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:40:20 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/in-the-ai-era-shopify-is-investing-in-junior-engineers-not-cutting-them/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/in-the-ai-era-shopify-is-investing-in-junior-engineers-not-cutting-them/We spoke with Farhan Thawar, VP and Head of Engineering at Shopify, about why the company 10x’d its internship program, what AI-native hiring really looksThu, 23 Apr 2026 06:23:58 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/stop-automating-the-wrong-part-of-hiring-ai-interviewers-arent-selling-you-signal/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/stop-automating-the-wrong-part-of-hiring-ai-interviewers-arent-selling-you-signal/AI interviewers are having a moment. Every vendor is selling the same dream: automated conversations, instant scoring, no more phone screens. Faster. Cheaper.Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:13:42 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-inflated-resumes-are-killing-your-hiring-signal/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-inflated-resumes-are-killing-your-hiring-signal/Your latest candidate looks like a slam dunk.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/interviewing/5-skills-of-the-future-developer-a-framework-for-evaluating-ai-fluency/https://coderpad.io/blog/interviewing/5-skills-of-the-future-developer-a-framework-for-evaluating-ai-fluency/According to CoderPad's State of Tech Hiring 2026 report, 82% of developers now find GenAI useful — up from 76% just a year ago. More telling: 54% ofThu, 02 Apr 2026 12:02:12 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/high-volume-technical-hiring-how-to-screen-the-right-talent-faster-and-with-more-confidence/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/high-volume-technical-hiring-how-to-screen-the-right-talent-faster-and-with-more-confidence/High volume hiring sounds like a good problem to have, right?Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:35:57 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-made-half-your-interview-process-obsolete-heres-what-actually-works-now/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-made-half-your-interview-process-obsolete-heres-what-actually-works-now/Generative AI hasn't killed technical hiring. It just exposed which parts of it were already broken.Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:06:18 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/new-research-the-2026-state-of-tech-hiring-what-ai-means-for-developers-and-hiring-teams/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/new-research-the-2026-state-of-tech-hiring-what-ai-means-for-developers-and-hiring-teams/The narrative around AI and technical hiring has been loud, and often contradictory. Some voices predict hiring slowdowns. Others claim AI will replaceWed, 11 Mar 2026 10:47:53 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/what-modern-technical-hiring-should-feel-like-see-the-coderpad-experience-in-action/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/what-modern-technical-hiring-should-feel-like-see-the-coderpad-experience-in-action/If you’re a talent acquisition leader hiring engineers, you’re constantly balancing speed, signal, and candidate experience.Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:47:11 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/events/what-we-learned-at-talentsphere-and-what-it-means-for-tech-hiring-in-2026/https://coderpad.io/blog/events/what-we-learned-at-talentsphere-and-what-it-means-for-tech-hiring-in-2026/TalentSphere always feels like a group chat comes to life. Founders, recruiters, consultants, and talent leaders in one place, swapping notes on what isWed, 25 Feb 2026 06:38:00 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/announcements/the-engineers-behind-the-ai-50-get-hired-with-coderpad/https://coderpad.io/blog/announcements/the-engineers-behind-the-ai-50-get-hired-with-coderpad/The Forbes AI 50 recognizes the world’s most forward-thinking AI companies. These are the teams leading the AI revolution. We’re proud to support overMon, 26 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/announcements/coderpad-recognized-as-a-g2-leader-for-winter-2026/https://coderpad.io/blog/announcements/coderpad-recognized-as-a-g2-leader-for-winter-2026/We’re excited to share that CoderPad has been named a G2 Leader in the Winter 2026 reports for Technical Skills Screening—earning the Leader badges forMon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/4-signs-your-technical-interview-format-needs-a-refresh-and-a-free-audit-to-fix-it/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/4-signs-your-technical-interview-format-needs-a-refresh-and-a-free-audit-to-fix-it/Engineering leaders and talent teams know that a bad interview doesn’t just waste time, it can filter out strong candidates and damage your reputation. ButWed, 03 Dec 2025 07:29:23 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/the-tech-hiring-paradox-layoffs-are-real-but-so-is-growth/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/the-tech-hiring-paradox-layoffs-are-real-but-so-is-growth/The headlines on tech layoffs feel brutal. Amazon, Accenture, Intel, Microsoft, Meta, Mozilla, and more have all announced workforce reductions, and decisionsMon, 17 Nov 2025 06:41:21 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-in-the-interview-is-not-cheating-it-is-the-job-according-to-meta/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-in-the-interview-is-not-cheating-it-is-the-job-according-to-meta/By letting candidates use AI coding tools, Meta is aligning interviews with on-the-job expectations—and showing what fair, forward-thinking technical hiring can look like.Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:36:13 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/announcements/introducing-coderpad-projects-the-future-of-technical-hiring/https://coderpad.io/blog/announcements/introducing-coderpad-projects-the-future-of-technical-hiring/Technical work has fundamentally changed. Engineers and analysts collaborate with AI tools, navigate complex multi-file projects, and spend more timeThu, 18 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-the-future-of-technical-hiring-key-takeaways-from-from-day-ones-nyc-panel/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/ai-the-future-of-technical-hiring-key-takeaways-from-from-day-ones-nyc-panel/When HR leaders gathered at From Day One’s Manhattan conference last month, one theme rang loud and clear: artificial intelligence is no longer a loomingThu, 07 Aug 2025 14:15:03 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/why-companies-are-switching-to-coderpad-a-better-experience-for-candidates-and-hiring-teams/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/why-companies-are-switching-to-coderpad-a-better-experience-for-candidates-and-hiring-teams/In today’s tech hiring market, both engineering teams and talent acquisition leaders can’t afford friction in their candidate experience or inefficiencies inWed, 14 May 2025 13:11:30 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-is-the-interview-process-changing/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-is-the-interview-process-changing/AI isn’t replacing developers—it’s just the latest in a long line of tools helping them move faster and build smarter. Think back to when API documentationWed, 09 Apr 2025 15:20:18 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/beyond-code-how-coderpad-naturally-reveals-soft-skills-through-live-coding/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/beyond-code-how-coderpad-naturally-reveals-soft-skills-through-live-coding/Hiring an engineer based only on technical ability is like picking a co-founder because they can write great emails. Sure, it’s a useful skill. But it’s notTue, 04 Mar 2025 08:49:56 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-ai-is-reshaping-the-developer-role-and-why-it-matters-for-hiring/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-ai-is-reshaping-the-developer-role-and-why-it-matters-for-hiring/The rapid rise of AI-powered tools—ChatGPT, Claude, GitHub Copilot, Cursor—has fundamentally changed how developers work. These tools aren’t just productivityFri, 28 Feb 2025 16:29:54 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/hiring-ai-engineers-what-talent-acquisition-leaders-need-to-know/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/hiring-ai-engineers-what-talent-acquisition-leaders-need-to-know/So, you want to hire an AI engineer. Easy, right? Just find someone who can whisper sweet nothings to ChatGPT and call it a day? Not quite. Hiring for AIThu, 27 Feb 2025 07:37:46 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/tech-hiring-ai-change-hiring-process/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/tech-hiring-ai-change-hiring-process/Software development has always been about solving problems- but the ways developers approach those problems are evolving fast.Fri, 17 Jan 2025 07:02:36 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/top-10-tech-positions-companies-will-struggle-to-hire-for-in-2025/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/top-10-tech-positions-companies-will-struggle-to-hire-for-in-2025/We asked our panel of recruiters which positions they predict will be the most difficult to fill in 2024. Read about their top 10.Wed, 08 Jan 2025 06:24:00 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/product-updates/top-14-coderpad-features-2024/https://coderpad.io/blog/product-updates/top-14-coderpad-features-2024/2024 has been an exciting year for technical hiring, and we’ve been honored to be part of your journey.Fri, 13 Dec 2024 05:39:14 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/the-problem-with-todays-tech-hiring-processes/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/the-problem-with-todays-tech-hiring-processes/Ineffective technical recruitment is one of the biggest blockers to business growth. Many teams are glossing over their evaluation process – and there’s enormous opportunity here to create change.Mon, 09 Dec 2024 03:45:37 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/handling-suspicions-of-cheating-tech-hiring/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/handling-suspicions-of-cheating-tech-hiring/When cheating is suspected, act carefully. Investigate thoroughly without jumping to conclusions. Respectfully engage with the candidate and stick to theThu, 05 Dec 2024 07:12:49 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/anti-cheating-tool-comparison/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/anti-cheating-tool-comparison/Tooling makes a big difference.Thu, 05 Dec 2024 07:03:52 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/anti-cheat-candidate-communication-templates/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/anti-cheat-candidate-communication-templates/Transparency builds trust and deters cheating.Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:58:58 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/checklist-what-makes-for-a-realistic-coding-assessment/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/checklist-what-makes-for-a-realistic-coding-assessment/A handy checklist to help you craft more realistic, job-relevant tech interview tasks and asynchronous coding tests.Wed, 04 Dec 2024 03:36:47 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-effective-is-your-cheating-prevention-strategy-a-self-assessment-guide/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-effective-is-your-cheating-prevention-strategy-a-self-assessment-guide/How do you tackle cheating in technical interviews? Work through these four questions, to evaluate your current cheating prevention measures and start mapping a strategy that meets your needs.Mon, 18 Nov 2024 02:30:01 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/cheating-prevention-in-technical-interviews-balancing-hiring-integrity-candidate-experience/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/cheating-prevention-in-technical-interviews-balancing-hiring-integrity-candidate-experience/How do you balance looking after candidates with looking after the organization? Candidate experience with hiring integrity? Can you build a technical recruitment process that ticks both boxes?Mon, 28 Oct 2024 04:50:06 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/best-practices-for-proctoring-in-technical-assessments-without-compromising-candidate-experience/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/best-practices-for-proctoring-in-technical-assessments-without-compromising-candidate-experience/If you haven’t learned that hiring developers is like balancing above a pool with sharks on your left side and electric eels on the right, then consider theseFri, 25 Oct 2024 10:55:23 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/genai-for-technical-hiring-friend-or-foe/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/genai-for-technical-hiring-friend-or-foe/Is GenAI genuinely a threat? We don’t think so. Actually, we think it’s an opportunity. An opportunity to put your recruitment processes under the microscope and build a more modern, more future-proof hiring function.Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:17:26 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/why-do-candidates-cheat-uncovering-the-root-causes-and-how-to-address-them/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/why-do-candidates-cheat-uncovering-the-root-causes-and-how-to-address-them/“I had a hackerrank yesterday for a job. Every single problem was easy to google and I could find a solution. I didn’t want anything to be obvious though so IMon, 23 Sep 2024 07:59:41 +0000https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-to-build-an-attractive-tech-employer-brand/https://coderpad.io/blog/hiring-developers/how-to-build-an-attractive-tech-employer-brand/Tech candidates want to join an organization that matches their expectations and values. Read our 5 recommendations on how to build and communicate your employer brand.Thu, 19 Sep 2024 09:08:23 +0000