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Deniz Ozkaynak - Career Software Developer

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Portfolio

Portfolio Site
Rewrite of my own website
AI-generated
Interactive Spiderweb Sim
Takehome Coding Challenge
for Altus Power
The Usher
Open Source Software
Sauce Connect Setup
for NaviNet, Inc.
Flask API
Takehome exercise

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About Me

Favorite Quote:

"The bearing of a child takes nine months, no matter how many women are assigned."

-Frederick Brooks, The Mythical Man-Month

From the start, I've loved building things, solving problems, and creating solutions that are technically sound and meaningful for the people who use them.

Choosing Computer Science

A single conversation with a computer science professor, Dr. Rhys Price Jones at George Washington University, opened my eyes to the power of software, leading me to pursue a degree in Computer Science and a subsequent career in software development.

Building Resilient, Scalable Systems

Over the past decade, I've grown at the intersection of full-stack engineering and site reliability, building secure, high-performance web and mobile applications across healthcare, education, fintech, and e-commerce. From AI-driven AR simulations to high-traffic retail sites processing hundreds of millions in transactions, I've led projects that modernize legacy systems, design scalable architectures, and mentor teams through evolving tech landscapes.

My Roots & Passions

Bilingual in English and Turkish, first-generation U.S.-born with dual citizenship in Türkiye, I bring adaptability, resilience, and curiosity to every challenge. I've founded ventures in indie game development, pet care, and gardening. Outside of work, I enjoy walking my dog, gardening, and mycology.