Hi, I'm Can

I am an engineer, entrepreneur, problem solver, learner, planner, listener, runner, photographer, generalist, strategist, analyst, cyclist and constant challenger of my comfort zone.

I am a human to two adopted stray cats and a husband to my other half.

I find meaning and happiness in building things, optimizing systems, solving problems and small daily actions taken towards becoming better.

I focus my energy on what I can change and find peace in accepting what I can't. I believe our experience of life is shaped not by events themselves, but by how we choose to respond to them. I accept everything and expect nothing.

I distance myself from overly ambitious, greedy, mean and unethical people as well as shallow meaningless conversations.

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Here is a little more detail about me, my developer skills and my previous professional experience.

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

Javascript, Typescript, Python

Frameworks, Libraries

Frontend: React, Next.js, HTML, CSS, Tailwind CSS

Backend: Node.js, Express, Django, Django REST Framework, Next Auth

Database

SQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Prisma, Drizzle

Tools & Platforms

Git, Github, Docker, Vercel, Clerk, Resend

Certifications

Meta Frontend Developer, Meta Backend Developer, Meta Full Stack Developer, Google Project Management

Professional Experience

Real Estate Team Coordinator | Self-employed (2019 – 2023)

• Led a team of 4 real estate agents, achieving sales of over 40 properties annually
• Developed and executed sales and marketing strategies for high-end housing projects
• Managed client relationships and negotiations for complex property transactions
• Coordinated team activities and provided mentorship to improve team performance

Management Consultant | Alsancak Bakery Chain (2017)

• Conducted comprehensive analysis of production, planning, quality, and finance processes
• Developed and implemented new procedures for production, planning, and accounting functions
• Created organizational restructuring plan based on strategic management objectives
• Trained staff on budgeting, cost controlling, and reporting
• Improved efficiency through layout and method adjustments

Founder & Managing Director | MacaValesi.com (2015 – 2019)

• Founded and managed an e-commerce platform focusing on men's fashion
• Developed and implemented complete digital marketing strategy including SEO and social media campaigns
• Built and maintained e-commerce infrastructure
• Managed global sourcing operations and vendor relationships

Project Manager Alasehir Geothermal Power Plant | Zorlu Energy Group (2014)

• Managed $110 million budgeted 45MW geothermal power plant construction project
• Led a team of 27 across engineering and construction functions
• Oversaw project schedule, budget, cash flow, and stakeholder communications
• Successfully managed engineering activities at headquarters and site facilities

Procurement Manager | Meta Nickel Cobalt Mining (2011 – 2014)

• Led procurement activities for $360 million investment project
• Managed team of 4 across multiple locations
• Saved average of 13% in contract prices during negotiations for capital goods and services
• Implemented SAP MM, PP, FI, and CO modules
• Managed over 700 quotations from 250+ global vendors for approximately 150 contracts

Financial Controller | Vestel White Goods (2004 – 2011)

• Oversaw financial controlling operations managing team of 4
• Led supply chain improvement and standardization projects
• Conducted feasibility studies for investments and scenario analysis
• Developed and maintained complex financial models and reporting systems
• Created and managed annual budgets exceeding €1 billion

Education

• BSc in Industrial Engineering | Istanbul Technical University (1998 – 2003)

Languages spoken

English (Advanced), German (Intermediate), Turkish (Native)