Tutorial: Use Coding Copilot During HackerRank Assessments

Tutorial: Use Coding Copilot During HackerRank Assessments: Step-by-Step Walkthrough
This hands-on tutorial walks you through everything you need to know, from initial setup to advanced usage. Follow along at your own pace — each step builds on the previous one.
What You'll Learn
- Complete setup and configuration from scratch
- Core workflows and daily usage patterns
- Troubleshooting common issues quickly
- Power-user tips that save hours of prep time
Prerequisites
No prior experience required. You'll need a computer with internet access and about 15 minutes of uninterrupted time. If you're using the desktop application, download it first — otherwise the web version works in any modern browser.
Step 1: Getting Started
Create your free account at aissence.ai/sign-up. Choose your preferred AI model (GPT-4o, Claude, or Gemini) from the settings panel — you can switch anytime. AissenceAI uses a Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) model, so you control costs and privacy.
Step 2: Configure Your Session
Select your interview type: phone screen, technical coding round, system design, or behavioral. Each mode adjusts how the AI generates suggestions — a coding session gets algorithm hints, while a behavioral session surfaces STAR-framework prompts.
Step 3: Practice or Go Live
Use the mock interview mode to practice with AI-generated questions, or join a real interview session for live assistance. During live sessions, AissenceAI listens to the conversation and provides real-time suggestions in an undetectable overlay.
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Each Session
- Review AI suggestions critically — adapt them to your voice, don't read them verbatim
- Use the coding practice mode between interviews to sharpen skills
- Check your dashboard analytics after each session to track improvement
- Experiment with different AI models to find the one that matches your style
Troubleshooting
If audio isn't detected, check your browser microphone permissions and ensure the correct input device is selected. For the desktop app, the system audio capture works automatically on Windows and macOS — no virtual cable needed.
What's Next
Once comfortable with basic usage, explore the full preparation checklist and try a mock interview session to benchmark your readiness.