The Case Against AI Copilots (Steelmanned)
Argument 1 — The interview is a signal, and the signal must come from you
Argument 2 — It is unfair to candidates who don't use tools
Argument 3 — It is a lie of omission
Argument 4 — It erodes the actual skill
The Case For AI Copilots (Steelmanned)
Argument 1 — The job involves AI
Argument 2 — Notes have always been okay
Argument 3 — The real signal is delivery, not memory
Argument 4 — The playing field is already uneven
Where We Think the Line Is
On the 'okay' side of the line
On the 'not okay' side of the line
The honest version of our product's mission
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See your scoreThe Hiring Side — What Interviewers Are Actually Doing About It
Video-on with screen share mandates
'Tell me about yourself while your camera shows your whole workspace' prompts
AI detection tools (mostly theater)
Job-simulation formats
Practical Guidance for Candidates in April 2026
Use AI for prep without hesitation
Use a live copilot only if you are comfortable defending it
Never fabricate
Be extra thoughtful about in-person rounds
Read the company's policy
FAQ
What about ChatGPT on a second monitor — is that cheating?
Would you ban AI copilots if you were hiring?
Is it OK to disclose that you used AI prep?
Won't AI copilots get detected eventually?
Do you think this will eventually be normalized?
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