AI Full-Stack Developer Program Guide (2026)
A clear breakdown of what skills matter in 2026, how developers are actually hired, and how to prepare yourself the right way.
Designed for CS / IT students, graduates, and serious career switchers.
Why We Created This Guide
The tech industry has changed faster than most people realise.
Full-stack skills alone are no longer enough.
AI didn't replace developers, but it changed the bar.
And many students are spending years learning without a clear direction.
This guide exists to give you clarity — not hype, not shortcuts.
This guide is for you if:
- You're studying or graduated in CS / IT
- You know the basics but don't feel job-ready
- You're confused by "AI everywhere"
- You want real, practical skills
This guide is NOT for you if:
- You want shortcuts or guarantees
- You don't want to code
- You're already working as an AI developer
- You're only looking for theory
What You'll Learn From the Guide
- What skills employers actually expect in 2026
- How full-stack, AI, and cloud fit together
- A realistic timeline to becoming job-ready
- Common mistakes that waste 1–2 years
- A clear, block-based roadmap you can follow
A Clear, Block-Based Learning Path
Inside the guide, we break the journey into progressive learning blocks — not random subjects.
Block 1:
Full-Stack Development
12–14 weeks
Outcome: Build and deploy real full-stack applications.
Block 2:
AI Integration & Data Engineering
~8 weeks
Outcome: Add AI features to real products with confidence.
Block 3:
Cloud, DevOps & Security
4 weeks
Outcome: Deploy, manage, and explain production-ready systems.
Block 4:
Capstone & Career Prep (Bonus)
Remote
Outcome: Present real work and prepare for interviews.
What a Typical Week Looks Like
- Attend 2 live sessions focused on building, not watching
- Write code and work on real project features
- Use AI tools responsibly to speed up development
- Review and improve your work with mentor feedback
- Spend additional time on practice and self-study
This is not passive learning. Consistency matters.
About Dented Code
Dented Code is a Sydney-based tech academy focused on building job-ready developers.
While the academy is five years old, the program is built on over two decades of real-world software engineering experience, combined with years of helping students prepare for the job market.
We focus on clarity, structure, and real capability — not shortcuts.
Get the Program Guide
Download the free guide and decide your next step when you're ready.