From 8ff23e36724898ade2a1a6d5f0811114f9229868 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Ho Duc Hieu <150573299+hieu-jan@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2024 12:29:56 +0700 Subject: [PATCH] docs: update handbook --- .../04-core-contributors/01-how-we-hire.mdx | 111 ++++++------------ .../05-what-we-do/01-no-PMs-allowed.mdx | 17 --- ...dx => 01-our-support-methodology copy.mdx} | 0 ...mdx => 02-our-approach-to-design copy.mdx} | 0 ...> 03-shipping-now-shipping-later copy.mdx} | 0 ...trial-by-fire.mdx => 04-trial-by-fire.mdx} | 0 6 files changed, 36 insertions(+), 92 deletions(-) delete mode 100644 docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/01-no-PMs-allowed.mdx rename docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/{02-our-support-methodology copy.mdx => 01-our-support-methodology copy.mdx} (100%) rename docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/{03-our-approach-to-design copy.mdx => 02-our-approach-to-design copy.mdx} (100%) rename docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/{04-shipping-now-shipping-later copy.mdx => 03-shipping-now-shipping-later copy.mdx} (100%) rename docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/{05-trial-by-fire.mdx => 04-trial-by-fire.mdx} (100%) diff --git a/docs/docs/handbook/04-core-contributors/01-how-we-hire.mdx b/docs/docs/handbook/04-core-contributors/01-how-we-hire.mdx index 59972d97f..0b17ac57f 100644 --- a/docs/docs/handbook/04-core-contributors/01-how-we-hire.mdx +++ b/docs/docs/handbook/04-core-contributors/01-how-we-hire.mdx @@ -1,5 +1,5 @@ --- -title: How We Hire at Jan +title: How We Hire at Jan slug: /handbook/core-contributors/how-we-hire description: See how open-source LLM AI company Jan.ai (maker of Jan framework) approaches team building and hiring. keywords: @@ -14,113 +14,74 @@ keywords: large language model, handbook, ] - +--- **The purpose** - To conduct fair, unbiased interviews that focus on identifying candidates with initiative, scrappiness, and a good fit for a core contributor role at Jan. ### Our key principles -- **Avoiding Bias**  - -- Be aware of "halo" and "horns" effects where first impressions unduly influence the entire interview. Tempting as it is to judge someone on the fact that they *also* binge watched Severance, every role at Jan is a key hire- and should be interviewed to the same standard. - - What does fair interviewing look like at Jan? - At Jan, the team assesses candidates based on their skills, experiences, and fit for the role and company culture. We expect an in turn assessment and healthy curiosity. - - +- **Avoiding Bias** +- Be aware of "halo" and "horns" effects where first impressions unduly influence the entire interview. Tempting as it is to judge someone on the fact that they _also_ binge watched Severance, every role at Jan is a key hire- and should be interviewed to the same standard. + What does fair interviewing look like at Jan? + At Jan, the team assesses candidates based on their skills, experiences, and fit for the role and company culture. We expect an in turn assessment and healthy curiosity. - We’re striving for a middle ground between hiring exclusively within our network (like PayPal the early days) and broader, more open hiring practices that reduce bias. - ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/RseMBGi1PJy1iRWlCswuwV77zExwjEeMqQlW1YTvy9nOlNOrQTEFyxlRQw1s-1n0kDWic2ujdknO4AIDlt-_N989VVkb8MQeJT4_uemL77rYD5ApKX8lRgBTU_1JCUN48ILQsdYcgaeP2_4Ka1Hkvyk) - - What the candidate is looking for is just as important as what we at Jan are looking for. - - Value alignment isn’t something that’s often spoken about when hiring for a new role. At Jan, we believe that value alignment is the stuff folks really mean when they say “culture fit”.  - -- - -- ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/ymsJllEOxWSyRjTj_sIWtbG14uCeZ5XWJCrbFBqu-sGvW9_JejGG4QqfpvCh7VdpFS3Ldd39dpCRrKF8RvqhwowvWUoYuJbUcoOZ79mpZlmiUfdFplsUmjJVWw7Yv0DqT07KzSalFd9MuD4BcvwzckM) - - **We care about** - - + ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/RseMBGi1PJy1iRWlCswuwV77zExwjEeMqQlW1YTvy9nOlNOrQTEFyxlRQw1s-1n0kDWic2ujdknO4AIDlt-_N989VVkb8MQeJT4_uemL77rYD5ApKX8lRgBTU_1JCUN48ILQsdYcgaeP2_4Ka1Hkvyk) + What the candidate is looking for is just as important as what we at Jan are looking for. + Value alignment isn’t something that’s often spoken about when hiring for a new role. At Jan, we believe that value alignment is the stuff folks really mean when they say “culture fit”. +- +- ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/ymsJllEOxWSyRjTj_sIWtbG14uCeZ5XWJCrbFBqu-sGvW9_JejGG4QqfpvCh7VdpFS3Ldd39dpCRrKF8RvqhwowvWUoYuJbUcoOZ79mpZlmiUfdFplsUmjJVWw7Yv0DqT07KzSalFd9MuD4BcvwzckM) + **We care about** + ## Initiative and Scrappiness - -- We want people on the team who  demonstrate resourcefulness, problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a bootstrapped, open-source environment. (this isn’t a mandated “do more with less!” statement, more- we appreciate those who *get* where we’re coming from. - -- **Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)**  - + +- We want people on the team who  demonstrate resourcefulness, problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a bootstrapped, open-source environment. (this isn’t a mandated “do more with less!” statement, more- we appreciate those who _get_ where we’re coming from. + +- **Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)** - While we don't have a large DEI program, we are committed to inclusivity and respect for diverse opinions and backgrounds. Our focus is on individual merit and cultural fit, rather than ticking DEI checkboxes. - -- +- - **Values** - - The stuff that’s hard to put into words but you can always tell when it’s missing in your company. Our values play out in our everyday behaviours. - (I want to put examples of how we make decisions etc here) - + (I want to put examples of how we make decisions etc here) **The kinds of questions you could expect from an interview-** - Can you describe a time when you had to be resourceful or "scrappy" to solve a problem? What was the outcome? - - - - How do you stay motivated and productive in environments with limited resources or guidance? - -- - +- - Can you give an example of a successful project you contributed to in an open-source community? - -- - +- - How do you handle disagreements or differing opinions in a professional setting? - -- - +- - Describe a situation where you took the initiative in a project or task. What drove you to take charge? - -- - +- - In your view, what's the most challenging aspect of working in a bootstrapped company, and how would you navigate this challenge? - -- - -- How do you prioritise tasks?  - -- - +- +- How do you prioritise tasks? +- - Can you discuss a time when you had to learn a new skill or technology quickly to complete a task? How did you approach this? - -- - +- - What does 'cultural fit' mean to you, and why do you think it's important in a workplace? - -- - +- - How do you balance the need for collaboration with independent work in your professional life? - **The (Ideal) process** -**Pre-Interview**  +**Pre-Interview** Review the candidate's resume and portfolio without preconceived notions. Focus on their skills and experiences relevant to the role. -**During the Interview (*internal notes**)** +**During the Interview (\*internal notes**)\*\* -Use the questions as a guide but be flexible to explore interesting points raised by the candidate. Ask the same questions of everyone if possible. Observe not just what they say, but *how they think and approach problems.* +Use the questions as a guide but be flexible to explore interesting points raised by the candidate. Ask the same questions of everyone if possible. Observe not just what they say, but _how they think and approach problems._ -**Post-Interview**  +**Post-Interview** Evaluate candidates based on their responses, skills, potential cultural fit, and ability to contribute to Jan's goals within their proposed function. Avoid making snap judgments based on first impressions or personal biases. **Decision Making** - Combine feedback from everyone involved in hiring. Consider how the new hire would engage with others in their pod and the wider team. - - -Hiring isn’t easy and at Jan, we’re aiming to be as transparent and inclusive as we can- with the knowledge that as a small core contributor team, we need to be extremely selective about who we onboard. The intention is they’re here for the long haul! - - +Combine feedback from everyone involved in hiring. Consider how the new hire would engage with others in their pod and the wider team. - -** ---- +Hiring isn’t easy and at Jan, we’re aiming to be as transparent and inclusive as we can- with the knowledge that as a small core contributor team, we need to be extremely selective about who we onboard. The intention is they’re here for the long haul! + +\*\* diff --git a/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/01-no-PMs-allowed.mdx b/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/01-no-PMs-allowed.mdx deleted file mode 100644 index 21edd1738..000000000 --- a/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/01-no-PMs-allowed.mdx +++ /dev/null @@ -1,17 +0,0 @@ ---- -title: No PMs Allowed -slug: /handbook/what-we-do/no-pms-allowed -description: No PMs Allowed -keywords: - [ - Jan AI, - Jan, - ChatGPT alternative, - local AI, - private AI, - conversational AI, - no-subscription fee, - large language model, - handbook, - ] ---- diff --git a/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/02-our-support-methodology copy.mdx b/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/01-our-support-methodology copy.mdx similarity index 100% rename from docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/02-our-support-methodology copy.mdx rename to docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/01-our-support-methodology copy.mdx diff --git a/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/03-our-approach-to-design copy.mdx b/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/02-our-approach-to-design copy.mdx similarity index 100% rename from docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/03-our-approach-to-design copy.mdx rename to docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/02-our-approach-to-design copy.mdx diff --git a/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/04-shipping-now-shipping-later copy.mdx b/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/03-shipping-now-shipping-later copy.mdx similarity index 100% rename from docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/04-shipping-now-shipping-later copy.mdx rename to docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/03-shipping-now-shipping-later copy.mdx diff --git a/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/05-trial-by-fire.mdx b/docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/04-trial-by-fire.mdx similarity index 100% rename from docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/05-trial-by-fire.mdx rename to docs/docs/handbook/05-what-we-do/04-trial-by-fire.mdx