I was genuinely excited about the opportunity at Chip and enjoyed working on the take-home technical test they provided (a simple app using the Dog API). I submitted it on time and followed up politely after a week, expressing my continued interest and checking if they had any feedback or updates. Unfortunately, I never received a response — not even an acknowledgment of receipt. For a company that positions itself as innovative and candidate-friendly, I expected better communication. I understand teams can be busy, but not hearing back at all — even after a follow-up — feels unprofessional and leaves a poor impression of the hiring process. Constructive feedback or even a quick “Thanks, but not moving forward” would have been appreciated. Respecting candidates’ time and effort goes a long way in building trust and reputation.