Why we built a real-time AI Interview Assistant to tackle interview anxiety

Hey Indie Hackers,

Like many of you, I've been through the ringer with modern job interviewing. High-stakes live panels and automated AI screenings (like HireVue) don’t just test your actual skills—they test your ability to perform flawlessly under extreme pressure.

Too many brilliant professionals lose out on great roles simply because they freeze, ramble, or forget their best achievements when the clock is ticking. It feels less like an evaluation of talent and more like a memory test.

That’s why I’m building hCalls.

We wanted to create a real-time AI Interview Assistant that acts as a communication copilot. It listens to live audio on Zoom, Google Meet, or Teams, instantly maps questions back to your unique resume, and streams structured, tailored talking points in under two seconds.

The goal isn't to cheat the system-it's to eliminate the "brain freeze" and level the playing field so candidates can speak with absolute confidence.

We're currently in the trenches building this out. I'd love to know:

1. Have you ever completely blanked out during a high-stakes interview?

2. What features would you want most in an AI interview copilot?

Would love to hear your feedback and answer any questions!

https://hcalls.com/