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Alp Afyonluoğlu

Alp Afyonluoğlu

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I am a self-motivated backend developer and deep-learning enthusiast. It is my senior year studying computer science/engineering at Bilkent University, and I also contribute as a part-time backend support engineer at Jotform. I consider myself a quick learner software engineer and strive to prioritize efficient planning and time management. I am eager to explore topics that challenge and expand the boundaries of algorithms in unique and creative ways. I am passionate about seamless integration of self-learning and intuitive systems into daily life.

I am interested in distributed systems and deep generative networks. While primarily focusing on backend development, I am actively exploring deep learning related areas. With my current skill set, I can code backend and frontend of web apps, as a full-stack developer, while focusing on architectural patterns and styles. I can manage relational databases, host projects on GCP, and develop native Android apps. I am continually seeking opportunities to improve my skills and expand my industry knowledge.

Outside of the software realm, I love music and find joy in playing the drums, photography, tango dancing, chess matches and hiking. I also enjoy designing user interfaces and occasionally developing hardware prototypes with Arduino and Raspberry Pi. Aiming to challenge myself, I sometimes participate in competitive programming competitions too.

Projects

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Education

Bilkent University

(2020 - expected 2024)

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/Engineering.
  • High Honor Student (2020 – 2022, 2023 Fall), Honor Student (2022 Spring).
  • Activities and clubs: Member of Google Developer Student Club, ACM Club, Exploit Studio (cyber security) Club, Music Club.
  • Technical elective courses:
    • Distributed Systems and Algorithms
    • Software Architecture Design
    • Application Lifecycle Management
    • Deep Generative Networks
    • Introduction to Machine Learning

Private Bilkent High School

(2016 - 2020)

  • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme graduate.
  • Activities and clubs: Computer Club, Music Club.

Experience

Jotform

(Jun 2022 - Aug 2022) & (Sep 2022 - Present)

  • Part-time Backend Support Engineer: (Sep 2022 - Present)
    • Worked on improving and ensuring smooth software operations on the backend by resolving bugs through systematic debugging processes.
  • Backend Developer Intern: (Jun 2022 - Aug 2022)
    • Developed the backend of 2 intern projects that communicates with Jotform API to implement new features to Jotform Approvals.
    • Used PHP, MySQL and MVC pattern.

Aselsan

(Jul 2022 - Aug 2023)

  • Completed my internship as a Software Design Engineer Intern
  • Developed the FileChain project; the backend of the blockchain system for file storage, developed without any existing blockchain network or library.
  • Researched and simply experimented with unit testing and Kubernetes.

Technologies

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Languages

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  • English: Professional working proficiency (C2)
  • French: Elementary proficiency (A2)
  • Turkish: Native language

Activities

Other than coding, here are some activities I enjoy:

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Playing drums
(9 years)

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Tango dancing
(attended 3 national federation competitions)

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Photography
(click to visit my Flickr page)

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Playing chess

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Hiking

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UI designing

Feel free to drop me a line!

Whether it is about projects, collaboration opportunities, or just to say hi, don't hesitate to shoot me an email or drop a message on social media.