Asiye Yurtkuran

Director of Software Development | Project Management, Client-Centric Solutions @ ERA SOFTWARE & AUTOMATION

About

I’ve always believed that every line of code tells a story. My journey into software development began unexpectedly after studying biology at Kocaeli University. It was during an intensive six-month boot camp at Boolean UK that I discovered my passion for technology. The thrill of diving deep into coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React was exhilarating! I love transforming ideas into tangible applications and creating intuitive user interfaces that make life easier for everyone. Currently at ERA Automation and Software as the Director of Software Development, I’ve had the opportunity to lead the expansion of our services into software and app development. This initiative resulted in a remarkable 25% increase in client engagement within just one year! It’s rewarding to see how our efforts translate into real-world impact for our clients. I also enjoy collaborating with talented teams to design innovative solutions that meet user needs effectively. Before my role at ERA, I worked as a Full Stack Developer at Eel Rides where I collaborated closely with senior developers to implement features within a microservices environment. This experience taught me the importance of teamwork and communication in achieving goals efficiently—our collaboration led to a 15% reduction in overall development turnaround time over six months! Each project was an opportunity to learn something new while contributing to something bigger than myself. My background in biology gives me a unique perspective on problem-solving—understanding complex systems is essential whether you’re coding or studying ecosystems. I often find parallels between these fields that inspire my approach to development: both require curiosity and creativity to explore uncharted territories. When I'm not coding or leading projects, you might find me engaging with tech communities or working on personal projects that challenge my skills further. I believe continuous learning is key in this fast-paced industry; it keeps my passion alive and fuels my desire to innovate. If you’re looking for someone who can bring fresh ideas and technical expertise to your team or project, feel free to reach out! Let’s connect over email—I’d love to chat about how we can collaborate on exciting tech solutions together. Skills: - Full Stack Development - React - JavaScript - Node.js - PostgreSQL - Agile Methodologies - User Interface Design

Country

United Kingdom

City

St Helens

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

Git, Back-End Web Development, Front-End Development, Node.js, GitHub, Insomnia, PostgreSQL, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML, React.js, JavaScript

Experience

Director of Software Development | Project Management, Client-Centric Solutions

ERA SOFTWARE & AUTOMATION

2024-1 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos

United Kingdom

-Led the charge in expanding business operations to include software and app development services, resulting in a 25% increase in client engagement within one year of implementation. -Design develop the company website using React, Tailwind CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js; streamline front-end performance which achieved a 50% faster load time compared to previous iterations. -Establish streamline development workflows through version control (Git) that improved code collaboration efficiency by 30%, enabling the team to deliver software solutions ahead of schedule while maintaining high-quality standards. -Launch aggressive digital marketing campaigns aimed at promoting proprietary software products; measured outcomes showed significant increases in website traffic averaging around 500 unique visitors per month after campaign kickoff. -Optimized the website for Google SEO by integrating sitemaps, meta descriptions, and performance enhancements, resulting in a 40% improvement in search engine rankings within six months. -Streamlined workflow processes through strategic task prioritization, enabling the on-time execution of three major software releases within six months; findings helped fix bottlenecks that caused frequent delays in previous cycles -Developed and launched the official website for ERA Automation & Software (www.eraautomation.com), showcasing the company's services and portfolio while optimizing for user experience and search engine visibility.

Full Stack Developer | Next.js, Tailwind CSS & Agile Methodologies Expert

Eel Rides

2023-10 - 2024-5 · 8 mos

London, England, United Kingdom

-Collaborated closely with senior developers and cross-functional teams to design and implement features within a microservices environment, achieving a measured 15% reduction in overall development turnaround time over six months. -Implemented Tailwind CSS for efficient and responsive styling, improving web application usability and achieving a 25% faster development cycle for front-end components. -Contributed to optimizing front-end and back-end workflows within an agile team, improving application responsiveness and user experience across key features. -Collaborated with team members to identify and fix bugs in the codebase, ensuring improved application performance and a smoother user experience. -Orchestrated collaborative brainstorming sessions, delivering alternative insights that drove key feature development; enhanced user engagement metrics resulted in a significant increase of 15% in overall retention rates

Software Developer Student | Full Stack Development, JavaScript, and User Interface Design

Boolean UK

2022-10 - 2023-5 · 8 mos

United Kingdom

* Completed an intensive six-month software development boot camp at Boolean UK, gaining hands-on experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React technologies to build dynamic web applications. * Developed multiple projects that emphasized user-friendly design principles, successfully delivering functional prototypes within the set timelines during the boot camp environment. * Collaborated with peers in a team-based setting to solve complex programming challenges, enhancing problem-solving skills while adhering to Agile methodologies throughout the learning process. * Engaged in practical coding exercises that improved proficiency in PostgreSQL for database management and backend integration with front-end applications.