Proof of Usefulness Report

TestGorilla

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+619
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

TestGorilla is a highly successful, Series A funded company with verified significant revenue ($15M+) and widespread adoption (9,000+ customers). However, the submission itself is of extremely poor quality: it lists the project name incorrectly as 'SilentShade', provides lazy/fabricated claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone'), and fails to provide specific metrics. The score reflects the high real-world utility and market position of the actual TestGorilla platform, heavily penalized by the lack of credible evidence in the submission and the critical administrative errors.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+225.0
Audience Reach Impact+153.0
Technical Innovation+112.5
Evidence Of Traction+112.5
Market Timing Relevance+95.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+703
Usefulness Multiplierx0.88
Final Score+619

Project Details

Project URL
testgorilla.com
Description
TestGorilla is a company that specializes in pre-employment testing and assessment solutions. Through its platform, TestGorilla offers a wide range of tests designed to help employers make better hiring decisions by evaluating candidates' skills, personality, and cognitive abilities. The company aims to streamline the recruitment process by providing data-driven insights that reduce bias and improve the quality of hires. TestGorilla's user-friendly interface and extensive test library cater to various industries and job roles, making it a valuable tool for businesses looking to enhance their talent acquisition strategies.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline