apoco-backend-review

Analyze Node.js/TypeScript REST API submissions against a scoring rubric.

4|Updated Feb 18, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/apocohq/skills --skill apoco-backend-review
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Skill: apoco-backend-review
Source: https://github.com/apocohq/skills/tree/main/skills/apoco-backend-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/apocohq/skills --skill apoco-backend-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reviewers need a structured, repeatable approach to assess candidate backend submissions for Node.js/TypeScript REST APIs, ensuring alignment with Apoco hiring criteria.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic evaluation of code quality, architecture, REST API design, and database design against the challenge requirements.
  • Use of the provided review template to generate consistent, decision-ready assessments.
  • Generates a draft review file named review-[candidate].md for reviewer iteration.

Quick Start

Review a candidate's backend submission by applying the rubric and generating a draft review using the provided template.

Frequently Asked Questions about apoco-backend-review

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I conduct a structured backend code review for a Node.js REST API hiring challenge?

A structured backend code review for a Node.js REST API evaluates candidate artifacts against official criteria. It systematically assesses code quality, architecture, endpoint design, database schemas, tests, and documentation to generate a consistent, decision-ready draft review file.

What should I look for when reviewing a candidate's TypeScript backend submission?

When reviewing a TypeScript backend submission, check code quality, architecture, REST API design, and database design. The review must align with the challenge requirements and evaluate tests and documentation to ensure the candidate meets the expected hiring rubric.

Can I use an automated rubric to assess Node.js code challenge submissions?

Yes, you can enforce an official evaluation rubric to assess Node.js code challenge submissions. This applies a repeatable scoring mechanism to evaluate REST endpoints and architecture, generating a standardized draft review for candidate iteration.

What is the best way to evaluate a backend database design in a coding challenge?

The best way to evaluate a backend database design in a coding challenge is to apply a standardized review template. This ensures the assessment of schemas and architecture aligns strictly with the challenge requirements and hiring criteria.

How are draft review files generated for candidate code submissions?

Draft review files for candidate code submissions are generated using a provided review template. The system analyzes the backend artifacts, applies the scoring rubric, and outputs a markdown file named review-[candidate].md for further reviewer iteration.

Does this code review process support evaluating REST endpoint documentation and tests?

Yes, the code review process supports evaluating REST endpoint documentation and tests. It systematically reviews these artifacts across backend challenges to ensure the candidate's submission meets the required standards for code quality and completeness.