Software:Talently
 Talently sidebar displaying developer matches | |
| Original author(s) | Konstantin Titarenko |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Upstaff |
| Initial release | November 2024 |
| Stable release | 1.7.5
/ February 2025 |
| Written in | JavaScript, Vue.js, Python |
| Operating system | Cross-platform (Chrome browser) |
| Type | Browser extension |
| License | Proprietary |
| Website | upstaff |
Talently is a Google Chrome browser extension designed to assist in recruiting software developers by analyzing job descriptions and project details directly within a web page. Developed by Upstaff, a remote recruitment company, Talently aims to streamline the process of finding and contacting app developers by providing instant candidate matches without requiring user registration or extensive manual searches.[1] The extension integrates with various platforms, including job boards like Indeed and Wellfound, social media job listings such as X Jobs, and document platforms like Google Docs.
As of March 2025, Talently is available on the Chrome Web Store and has been noted for its focus on simplifying developer hiring amid a competitive tech talent market.[2]
History
Talently was created by Konstantin Titarenko and Bohdan Kashka in 2025, developers at Upstaff, to address personal frustrations with traditional recruitment platforms. According to Titarenko, the idea stemmed from the time-consuming nature of job postings, high costs on freelance marketplaces, and the influx of AI-generated résumés complicating candidate selection.[3] The extension was first developed as a personal tool before being released publicly in late 2024.
The initial version launched with basic job description parsing and a database of approximately 3,000 vetted developer profiles sourced from Upstaff's talent pool. Subsequent updates expanded compatibility to include Reddit Jobs, X Jobs, and Google Drive PDFs, reflecting a focus on broad usability across web-based hiring contexts.
Features
Talently operates as a sidebar tool within Chrome, analyzing text on any web page—such as job listings, project drafts, or highlighted content—to identify technical requirements and match them with developer profiles. Key features include:
- Text Analysis and Matching: Uses algorithms to detect skills (e.g., JavaScript, React) from job descriptions or text selections, pulling matches from Upstaff's database.
- Instant Candidate Profiles: Displays vetted developer profiles with relevance scores, work histories, and downloadable PDF résumés directly in the browser.Cite error: Closing
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The extension emphasizes privacy, claiming no user tracking or injected scripts, and is ad-free. Updates through version 1.7.5 have added interactive elements and bug fixes, with plans for future features like pinned job tracking and GitHub profile parsing.
Technology
Talently is built using a front-end stack of JavaScript, Vue.js (Vue 3), and SCSS, with a back-end powered by Python/Django and Elasticsearch for profile matching. It leverages Chrome's Manifest V3 framework, ensuring compatibility with Google's latest extension standards.[4]
The tool's lightweight design aims to minimize browser resource use, a priority highlighted by its developers to avoid the slowdowns common in heavier extensions.
Reception
Talently has been recognized in tech and HR circles for its novel approach to developer recruitment. TechRepublic noted its utility for small teams needing fast hires without navigating complex platforms, though it cautioned that its reliance on Upstaff's database limits candidate diversity.HR Dive praised its simplicity and privacy focus but pointed out the lack of real-time candidate availability as a drawback. Its Chrome Web Store listing shows modest adoption as of early 2025, though exact user numbers are unavailable.[5]
See also
- Staff augmentation
- Remote work
- Freelancer.com
References
- ↑ "Talently: App Developer in One Click" (in en). https://upstaff.com/tools/talently-app-developer-in-one-click/.
- ↑ "App Developer in One Click – Talently" (in en). https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/app-developer-in-one-clic/pjhfikhiahmphpeiaapfdnhcmkphcmjn.
- ↑ Kashka, Bohdan (November 5, 2024). "How I Created Talently: A Tiny Hiring Assistant" (in en). https://upstaff.com/blog/engineering/talently-app-developer-in-one-click/.
- ↑ "Manifest V3 Extensions in 2025" (in en). https://developer.chrome.com/docs/extensions/mv3/.
- ↑ "App Developer in One Click – Talently" (in en). https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/app-developer-in-one-clic/pjhfikhiahmphpeiaapfdnhcmkphcmjn.
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