> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.dapp.ing/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Use Talent Portal to find and contact builders

> Build a focused talent shortlist from profile proof, current intentions, and visible match context.

Talent Portal helps company teams find builders whose visible skills, ecosystems, experience, projects, and intentions fit a role. Use it to create a better shortlist, then inspect each proof page before making contact.

## Start with the work

1. Open **Company Hub → Talent Portal**.
2. Filter by ecosystem, role, skills, location, networking intention, open-to-work state, verified experience, projects, recommendations, or verified profile.
3. Open promising profiles and check the underlying experience, projects, dates, recommendations, and connected accounts.
4. Save your internal shortlist or start a profile-tied conversation when your role permits it.

## Use match context responsibly

Visible match reasons reflect the profile and search context available to dApp.ing. A missing match may mean the builder has not added that detail. A strong match does not prove eligibility, availability, identity, or hiring fit.

For a protocol engineer, combine the relevant ecosystem and skills with inspectable projects. For DevRel, look for ecosystem work, events, recommendations, and clear communication. For a grant or hackathon program, check shipped work and current intentions instead of treating one score or badge as a decision.

Contact builders with a specific reason, company context, role or collaboration goal, expected commitment, and official next step. Avoid mass messages and never ask for wallet secrets or a transfer.

## Continue on dApp.ing

<Card title="Find builders" icon="arrow-up-right" href="https://dapp.ing/builders">
  Complete this task in the dApp.ing application.
</Card>

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  <Card title="Use dApp Radar to scout and evaluate projects" icon="book-open" href="/help/companies/use-dapp-radar-to-scout-and-evaluate-projects">
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  </Card>
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