Mert Özkaynak
full-stack developer

projects
coming soon...
Çuhadar Hukuk

A responsive website developed for a law firm, designed to showcase its fields of practice, the attorney's profile, and contact information. The website provides a structured view of the legal services offered by the firm, detailed information about the attorney, and additional firm details. It also includes easy-to-use contact and inquiry forms for potential clients. The project ensures fast loading times and good search engine visibility through SEO and performance optimization.

A web scraping tool developed to gather and aggregate NBA player and team statistics from multiple sources. The gathered information is then structured and presented in an easy-to-understand format for users, enabling them to track players' performances over different games.
Artstone Marble & Granite

The landing page for a local marble and granite company showcases their product catalog, including marble slabs, sinks, and edge designs, all organized for easy navigation. A contact section allows visitors to request free estimates, ensuring seamless communication. The responsive design ensures optimal viewing on all devices, highlighting the company’s craftsmanship and quality.

A social network tailored for instrumentalists, blending geolocation with a music library to help users connect through shared music tastes and proximity. As users build their portfolios and contribute to the music library, an interactive map showcases nearby events and musicians, fostering opportunities for collaboration and networking.
Squirrel

A banking app developed for an EdTech startup in Abu Dhabi, aimed at teaching financial literacy to students. The app enables teachers to deposit money into students' accounts, transfer funds between accounts, and simulates weekly payments alongside randomized real-life financial events. It also features a marketplace where students can customize their avatars, providing a fun and interactive learning experience.
Miles for Military

An app designed for active duty military members to redeem their volunteer hours in exchange for flights home. The platform allows service members to log and track their volunteer hours from various organizations and community service efforts. Once a specified number of hours is met, they can request and redeem flight vouchers, offering a valuable incentive for giving back to their communities.
experience
Bixcod Technology
Frontend Developer
December 2024 - Present
İstanbul, Türkiye
Leading the frontend development of a vendor-side e-commerce platform, ensuring a seamless experience for sellers. Collaborating closely with backend developers and mentoring junior frontend engineers working on the customer-facing side.
ThinkNimble
Software Engineer
February 2022 - April 2023
Washington, DC, USA
Worked on projects across various industries, gaining experience in diverse tech stacks and problem-solving approaches. Led the frontend development of a gamified banking app for an edtech startup, focusing on an interactive and user-friendly experience. Additionally, contributed to backend development, enhancing my full-stack capabilities.
Freelance Developer
August 2020 - Present
Washington, DC, USA
Taking projects from concept to completion, collaborating with clients and building entrepreneurial projects with a focus on innovation and scalability. Handling both frontend and backend development to ensure seamless user experiences and optimized performance. Focusing on designing intuitive UIs and efficient backend logic to create functional and visually appealing products.
about
I am a full-stack developer who specializes in crafting scalable web applications, focusing on both user-friendly frontends and robust backends. After a fulfilling career in basketball, I discovered a passion for programming—where building software felt like stacking Legos, digitally. My diverse experiences in sports and business have shaped my problem-solving mindset, teamwork skills, and adaptability—qualities I bring into every project I work on.
With a background in international business studies and professional sports, I’ve developed a unique perspective that blends strategy, discipline, and creativity. As a dual citizen of the United States and Turkey, I’ve had the privilege of experiencing different cultures, perspectives, and ways of thinking. This global outlook influences my approach to collaboration and innovation. When I’m not coding, you can find me playing basketball, exploring new technologies, playing chess with friends, or diving into music production. I love the creative process in both tech and music, always looking for new ways to build, experiment, and improve.