candidate-brief

Aggregate candidate data from Ashby, WAAS, Gmail, and calendar into a brief summary.

101|19|Updated Mar 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yc-software/recruiting --skill candidate-brief
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: candidate-brief
Source: https://github.com/yc-software/recruiting/tree/main/.claude/skills/candidate-brief
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yc-software/recruiting --skill candidate-brief

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Generate a quick one-paragraph brief on a candidate by pulling from all available sources, so hiring managers can recall and calibrate without opening multiple tabs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Unified candidate view by pulling Ashby profile, Ashby application, notes, WAAS notes, and email threads.
  • Produces a 3- to 5-sentence summary that highlights key signals, background details, and pipeline context.
  • Enables fast triage by distilling background and context for quick decision-making, with source and stage metadata.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to generate a brief for the candidate by name, for example '/candidate-brief Jane Doe'.

Frequently Asked Questions about candidate-brief

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize candidate data from Ashby, WAAS, Gmail, and calendar for quick triage?

To summarize candidate data for quick triage, this tool aggregates Ashby profiles, applications, notes, WAAS notes, and email threads into a concise 3–5 sentence brief highlighting key signals and pipeline stage.

What is the best way to generate a candidate brief without opening multiple tabs?

Generating a candidate brief without opening multiple tabs is achieved by pulling all available Ashby, WAAS, and Gmail data into a unified view, producing a quick one-paragraph summary for fast calibration.

Does generating an Ashby candidate summary include LinkedIn data and email threads?

Yes, an Ashby candidate summary includes available LinkedIn data and email threads alongside Ashby profile and application notes, indicating sourcing and stage where applicable for fast decision-making.

Can I use this tool to pull WAAS notes and Ashby applications into a single candidate view?

Yes, you can pull WAAS notes and Ashby applications into a single candidate view. The tool aggregates these sources to produce a unified summary distilling background and context for quick calibration.

How do I quickly recall and calibrate a candidate's background before an interview?

To quickly recall and calibrate a candidate's background before an interview, ask the assistant to generate a brief by name. It distills Ashby, WAAS, and Gmail data into a 3–5 sentence summary with key signals.