About Me
Hi, I am Cenk ๐
Experienced Software Architect and Full Stack Developer with over 20 years in software development, leading digital transformations for global companies. Proven track record in delivering complex projects, driving innovation, and achieving successful exits. Expertise in cloud technologies, software design, and development across web and mobile platforms. Committed to staying ahead of emerging trends and technologies.
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My Skills
- Cloud Technologies: Azure, AWS, CI/CD, DevOps, Docker, Azure Functions.
- Programming Languages: C#, .NET Core, .NET, JavaScript, TypeScript.
- Web & Mobile Development: React, NextJS, React Native, NodeJS, RESTful services.
- Database Management: MS-SQL, T-SQL, Cosmos DB, MongoDB, Redis.
- Microservices & APIs: Ocelot, Consul, RabbitMQ, Web API.
- Software Architecture: SOLID principles, design patterns, scalable solutions.
- Version Control & Tools: Git, TFS, ESLint, Prettier.
- Software Management: End-to-end software development lifecycle, project management, team leadership.
My Experience
Senior Software Architect / Consultant
Busylike - Austin, TX, USA- Led technology software development and infrastructure processes across mobile, backend, frontend, and hardware applications.
- Managed the development of all software, contributing to the success of the company's global operations.
- Key Achievements: Microsoft for Startups Global Partner; Long Beach Accelerator '23
Senior Software Architect / Consultant
Felece - Istanbul, Turkey- Developed software bridging SAP platforms with APIs, facilitating mobile data access.
- Recognized as SAP Gold Partner and awarded Highest Cloud Project Rate SAP Partner 2022.
- Key Achievements: Digital Transformation Awards 2022, CX Awards 2022, SAP Quality Awards 2022.
Senior Software Architect
Aura Tours Ltd. - London, UK- Led the development and management of infrastructure and software, with a focus on museum-related technology.
- Key Achievements: At Aura, we secured investment from multiple investors, including those backing Spotify. In a short period, we established partnerships with several prestigious museums, including the British Museum, National History Museum, and Oxford Bus Museum.
Software Architect
TIXBOX LLC - Dubai, UAE- Led a team in developing software for event solutions and hardware integration.
- Actively contributed to coding while managing infrastructure and software processes.
- Key Achievements: While working at TIXBOX, we successfully sold 30% of all basketball event tickets in the country. Additionally, globally renowned attraction operator Merlin Entertainments partnered with us to launch ticketing solutions for LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEALife, and Madame Tussauds museums.
Completed Projects
Azercell - Baku, Azerbaijan
By rewriting the legacy handheld terminal applications with React Native, I provided a modern interface/infrastructure. As a result, we achieved a 35% increase in warehouse movement speed on iOS and Android devices.
Garenta - Istanbul, Turkey
Rewrote the iOS and Android applications with React Native, improving application performance by 40%. Additionally, enhanced manageability by adding error handling and application telemetry.
Busylike - Austin, TX, USA
I rewrote Busylike from scratch on Azure using .NET Core microservices, containerization, CI/CD technologies, React, and React Native. Enabled subscription-based payments using Stripe.
Aura - London, UK
Built the entire infrastructure for Aura Technologies on Azure using .NET Core microservices, containerization, CI/CD technologies, React, and React Native, enabling users to smoothly listen to museum content on their own devices.
Breath Hub - London, UK
I developed the entire infrastructure for Breath Hub, one of the top breath and meditation apps in the Apple and Google stores, using Azure, .NET Core microservices, containerization, CI/CD technologies, React, and React Native. Enabled subscription-based payments using Stripe and in-app purchases.
Anadolu Efes Basketball Club - Istanbul, Turkey
Revamped the ticketing infrastructure on Azure using .NET Core microservices, containerization, CI/CD technologies, and React, speeding up operations and introducing digital tickets to all club fans. This eliminated paper ticket waste and transitioned operations to the digital world.
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre - Istanbul, Turkey
Crafted, engineered, and upheld a bespoke ticketing software solution for LEGOLAND Discovery Centre in Istanbul.
Madame Tussauds - Istanbul, Turkey
Crafted, engineered, and upheld a bespoke ticketing software solution for Madame Tussauds in Istanbul.
SEALife - Istanbul, Turkey
Crafted, engineered, and upheld a bespoke ticketing software solution for SEALife in Istanbul.
Open Source Projects
react-seatmap-creator
A powerful and intuitive seat map creator built with TypeScript and React.
react-music-player
A sleek and modern React Music Player template built with TypeScript and React.
react-leaflet-outdoor-maps
A React Leaflet Outdoor Maps template crafted with TypeScript and React.
react-admin-template
A modern and fully responsive React admin dashboard template built with TypeScript and React.
react-crypto-exchange
A modern React cryptocurrency exchange design template built with TypeScript and React.
react-banking-app-template
A sleek and modern banking app template for digital banking solutions.
aspnet-core-cosmosdb
A set of Azure Cosmos DB helpers to simplify database interactions.
aspnet-core-jwt-auth
A sample Dotnet Core WebAPI demonstrating JWT authentication.
aspnet-core-queue-management
A Dotnet Core WebAPI hosted service for efficient queue management.