what should tell an empoyer in a thank you letter for programming job

Question

It is not exactly the programming question, per se, but I couldn't find a more appropriate stackoverflow family site to post the following:

I am sick and tired of writing (and reading, as I regularly interview candidates) a generic thank you letter indicating,

• It was nice meeting you, all of you are awesome, smart, and cool
• I am the best fit because of this and that, and will be an invaluable asset to company and the team
• Let me tell again (what I have told you in person) that my skills and experience of doing A and B are perfect for the position
• Let's take a next step

I literally see this format in almost every single thank you letter I get, just worded differently. I understand that the letter pales in comparison with other aspects of the interview, and more of a courtesy. However, I want to see a human being behind the letter, and not juts a "standard."

What do you guys look for in the thank you letter as well as write in it?

Tell us about the best thank you letters you have received.

Answer 1

I don't send thank-you letters.

1. I hope the employer can tell whether it was nice meeting him
2. I don't know who else he's interviewing. It's possible he's interviewing someone better for the job than I am. Who am I to tell him I'm the best for the job?
3. You're right, he's already heard that.
4. He's the Hiring Manager. He or she will take whatever steps they like.

So, what else is there to say?

Answer 2

I don't understand the purpose of a "thank you letter". I would not have accepted the interview unless I was interested in the role. Sending this letter seems pointless. I find it hard to believe that a manager or recruiter would black list you because you didn't send one out. If anything your resume and and interview should speak for itself. This letter has nothing to do with ediquette or what is the right thing to do. I may be old school but I view this letter as a form desperation which is one of the top things you should never do during an interview.