I built a tool to filter 700 listings for my job search. It got me a position as head of AI. (www.businessinsider.com)

Santiago Fernández de Valderrama Aparicio created an AI tool named Career-Ops to enhance his job search efficiency, parsing through 740 listings tailored to his experience and interests. After building the tool using Claude Code from Anthropic in just six weeks, he successfully landed 12 interviews and ultimately accepted a position as head of AI at a software company in April. By sharing Career-Ops publicly, Santiago not only showcased his skills but also contributed to the community's growth, amassing over 1,000 members in a Discord group aimed at improving the tool. The impact of Career-Ops extends beyond personal success; it embodies a shift in how job seekers can utilize AI to take control of their job searches. The tool allows users to filter job listings interactively, using plain language, removing the technical barriers typically associated with such projects. Santiago envisions Career-Ops as a foundational platform where users upload their CVs, connecting directly with potential employers like a marketplace. This democratization of job searching signifies a major step towards empowering candidates while highlighting the importance of innovative side projects as modern résumés in the evolving landscape of AI and employment.