01
Establish the baseline
Refresh algorithm fundamentals, Node.js, and SQL.
Planned milestoneComplete a 45-minute mock interview
Preparation summary · 4-week roadmap
Fullstack Engineer Transition
A focused preparation plan to extend senior frontend and iOS experience into a fullstack engineering role.
4 weeksPreparation timeline
40Algorithm problems planned
2System designs to practice
1Fullstack showcase project
01 / Overview
Build on strength. Close the gaps.
Objective
Prepare for a fullstack role by strengthening timed coding, backend and database skills, and system design while drawing on 14+ years of frontend and iOS delivery experience.
Existing strengths
- Frontend architecture and delivery
- React, TypeScript, iOS, and some Node.js
- AWS CI/CD and ECS deployment
Development priorities
- Timed algorithms and live coding
- Backend and relational database depth
- Server-side system design
02 / Roadmap
Four weeks, clear checkpoints.
Each week adds a practical capability and ends with an interview-style milestone.
02
Build backend depth
Work through REST, authentication, and database design.
Planned milestoneDeliver CRUD endpoints backed by a real database
03
Connect the system
Integrate the fullstack project and practice system design.
Planned milestoneComplete a coding mock and recorded design walkthrough
04
Simulate the interview
Run timed mocks and polish technical and leadership narratives.
Planned milestoneComplete a full simulated interview loop
03 / Time allocation
Focus where it matters.
The largest share goes to coding and backend fundamentals, with dedicated time for technical questions and system design.
Algorithms and live coding35%
Backend and databases35%
Frontend technical questions and system design30%
100%focused preparation
04 / Planned deliverables
Tangible evidence of readiness.
Outputs are designed to support stronger interview performance and a concrete fullstack story.
01 / CODING
40 algorithm problems with a reviewed error log
02 / BUILD
One deployed fullstack showcase project with React/TypeScript, REST API, PostgreSQL, authentication, and tests
03 / DESIGN
Two practiced system designs
04 / SIMULATION