Why I Built IntelliCV: AI Resume Feedback That Actually Works

Have you ever poured your heart into a resume, hit "submit," and waited… only to hear nothing back? That frustrating silence, the endless second-guessing, the late-night tweaks wondering if your resume was even seen? I’ve been there. And I’m betting you have too.

I’m Himanshu Jain, a final-year Computer Science student from India, and I built IntelliCV because I was fed up with the resume black hole. I wanted a tool that doesn’t just spit out a score or generic advice—it gets the stakes of your job search and gives you clear, practical feedback to stand out. Here’s why I created IntelliCV, what it does, and why I want you to join the waitlist to be part of it.

The Resume Struggle Is Real

It’s 2 a.m. You’re at your laptop, tweaking your resume for the hundredth time. You’ve Googled “best resume templates,” rewritten bullet points to sound more “professional,” and asked a friend to proofread. You hit “apply” on a job portal, hoping this is the one. Maybe this time, you’ll get a response.

Days pass. Then weeks. No emails, no calls—just silence.

That was me a year ago, grinding through internship applications. As a CS student, I thought I had a solid resume: one page, keywords, no typos. But nothing worked. I kept asking myself:

• Is my resume getting filtered out by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)?
• Are recruiters seeing it and passing it over?
• What’s the real reason I’m not getting callbacks?

The worst part wasn’t the rejections—it was the not knowing. Friends said, “It looks fine!” Online tools gave me a vague “85%” score with no explanation. Professional reviews were either too expensive or felt like a sales pitch. I felt stuck, like my future was on hold, and I didn’t know how to fix it.

Why Most Resume Tools Don’t Help

Most resume tools are frustratingly unhelpful. They either:

• Give vague scores: A “92%” sounds nice, but what does it mean? How do you improve?
• Focus only on keywords: Keywords matter, but a resume should sound like you, not a robot.
• Lack real insight: AI tools like ChatGPT give generic tips like “use action verbs,” but they miss the context of your role or industry.
• Push upsells: Paywalls for “premium feedback” or reviews that feel disconnected from your goals.

I didn’t want a tool that treated my resume like a math problem. I wanted one that felt like a friend who knows recruiting, ATS systems, and how to write clearly. That’s why I built IntelliCV.

What Is IntelliCV?

IntelliCV is an AI-powered resume analysis tool that gives you honest, actionable feedback in seconds. It’s not about fluff or confusing jargon—it’s about showing you exactly what’s holding your resume back and how to fix it. For example, IntelliCV might say: “Your bullet point about ‘team projects’ is vague—try adding specifics like ‘Led a 5-person team using Agile to deliver a web app in 3 months.’” Here’s what it does:

• Checks ATS compatibility: Ensures your resume passes Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Flags grammar and clarity issues: Spots typos, awkward phrasing, or red flags recruiters might notice.
• Analyzes role relevance: Compares your resume to the job and suggests ways to make it a better fit.
• Offers real-time suggestions: Specific, tailored advice, not just “add more keywords.”
• Reviews your LinkedIn profile: Because recruiters often check your online presence first.

IntelliCV is like having a 24/7 job application coach—affordable, straightforward, and built to help you land interviews.

🚀 Ready to fix your resume? Join the waitlist at intellicv.com and be the first to try it!

Why I Built It: My Story

I didn’t start IntelliCV because I had extra time (trust me, as a final-year CS student, my schedule is packed). I built it because I was fed up. The job search felt like a game I couldn’t win, and I knew I wasn’t alone. Every student, career switcher, or professional tweaking their resume late at night is fighting the same battle.

I still remember the first rejection email I got after weeks of silence. It was a generic “we’ve moved on with other candidates.” I wasn’t just disappointed—I was lost. Was it my skills? My resume? Something else? The lack of feedback was the worst part. Without knowing what was wrong, I was just guessing, and guessing in a job search leads to burnout.

That’s when I realized: feedback is power. If you know what’s off, you can fix it. If you don’t, you’re stuck. So, I set out to build a tool that gives you clear, honest feedback—the kind that helps you land that internship, dream job, or career pivot.

The Tech Behind It

As a CS student, I love using code to solve real problems. IntelliCV is my biggest project yet, and it’s been a grind (and a lot of coffee). Here’s what powers it:

• Next.js: Makes the tool fast and reliable, even on spotty internet.
• TailwindCSS: Creates a clean, user-friendly design.
• OpenAI / Gemini AI / Grok AI API: Powers smart, human-like feedback. (multiple models for different use cases).
• PostgreSQL: Keeps your data secure and organized.
• Zod and ShadCN UI: Ensures a smooth, polished experience.

Every line of code is about making your job search easier. I obsessed over details like ATS scoring logic and AI feedback that feels clear, not robotic, so you can focus on applying, not stressing.

The Challenges

Building IntelliCV wasn’t easy:

• Making AI feedback feel human: AI can sound stiff, so I spent weeks tweaking it to be clear and practical.
• Handling secure file uploads: Resumes have sensitive info, so I prioritized security without slowing things down.
• Testing without enough resumes: Early on, I lacked real-world resumes to test with, so I got creative with mock data.

The Wins

The tough moments were worth it for wins like:

• Nailing the ATS scoring logic and seeing results that make sense.
• Hearing beta testers say, “This is exactly what I needed.”
• Watching the waitlist grow as people get excited about IntelliCV.

Join the IntelliCV Waitlist: Let’s Change the Game

IntelliCV isn’t live yet, but it’s close. The core is ready, the feedback is sharp, and I’m putting the final touches on it. I want you to be part of it from the start. By joining the waitlist at intellicv.com, you’ll get:

• Early access: Try IntelliCV before anyone else.
• Feature voting: Tell me what you need, and I’ll build it.
• A community: Connect with other job seekers who are done guessing.
• Early Bird Discount: 50% Discount on all plans.

This isn’t just a tool—it’s a way to take control of your job search. Together, we can make resumes work for you, not against you.

My Commitment to You

I didn’t build IntelliCV for clout or cash. I built it because I know what it’s like to put everything into a resume and get nothing back. I know the doubt, the frustration, the feeling that you’re not good enough. IntelliCV is my way of saying: You are good enough. You just need a tool that shows it.

Whether you’re a student chasing internships, a professional aiming for the next step, or a career switcher starting fresh, IntelliCV is for you. It’s not just a resume tool—it’s your partner in the job search.

Ready to Make Your Resume Stand Out?

The job search doesn’t have to be a mystery. With IntelliCV, you’ll get the clarity and feedback you need to land interviews.

👉 Join the waitlist at intellicv.com and let’s make your resume impossible to ignore.