How to Build Your Own Ashby
Replace Ashby with a custom build. All-in-one Recruiting Software for Ambitious Teams
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 14 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 14 features
Automation(2 features)
Automated scheduling for interviews and candidate meetings
Automate activities and tasks between different stages of the hiring process
Reporting(2 features)
Advanced recruiting analytics and real-time, actionable insights from hiring data
Ability to create custom reports to unlock real insights from hiring data
Sourcing(2 features)
Integrated CRM and sourcing capabilities for candidate outreach and relationship management
Tools to help build stronger and more diverse candidate pipelines
AI(1 features)
Automation with a human touch embedded in every layer of the recruiting process
Candidate Experience(1 features)
Features designed to improve the overall candidate experience
Core(1 features)
Core ATS functionality for managing the entire recruiting workflow and candidate pipeline
Data Management(1 features)
Import candidate data from existing ATS or spreadsheets
Hiring Process(1 features)
End-to-end structured hiring framework for consistent and fair candidate assessments
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 14 features at very easy complexity.