Hi, I’m Serkan Altuntas 👋

I’m a Software Architect based in Istanbul 🌉, bringing over 15 years of experience in crafting innovative software solutions. My journey spans from accelerating drug discovery with GPU computing to building nationwide EV charging networks ⚡. I’m passionate about the intersection of cutting-edge technology and practical business solutions, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence and scalable architectures.

What I Do 🚀

Currently, I’m working as the Software Architect at Togg-Trugo, where I lead the development of Turkey’s electrical vehicle charging network. In this role, I:

• 🏗️ Design and implement sophisticated OCPP-based solutions using modern tech stacks
• ⚙️ Architect scalable backend services using Python, Go, and cloud technologies
• 🔄 Design high-availability systems for nationwide deployment
• 📡 Create real-time communication systems using WebSockets
• 📊 Implement robust data management and visualization solutions using PostgreSQL

My Expertise 💡

Software Architecture

• 🔷 Microservices architecture design and implementation
• 🔗 Distributed systems and scalable solutions
• 🔄 Event-driven architectures
• 🛡️ High-availability system design
• 🔌 API design and integration patterns
• ⚡ Real-time communication systems

Development & Technologies

• 🐍 Backend Development: Deep expertise in Python (15+ years) and Go
• 💻 Frontend Technologies: React.js, Modern JavaScript
• ☁️ Cloud Platforms: AWS services, Google Cloud Platform, Heroku
• 🗄️ Database Systems: PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, Redis
• 🔧 Infrastructure: Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines
• 🚀 Performance Optimization: GPU computing, distributed computing

EV Charging Infrastructure ⚡

• 🔌 OCPP protocol implementation and optimization
• 📊 Real-time monitoring and control systems
• 🔑 Authentication and authorization systems
• 📈 Scalable charging station management

AI & Emerging Technologies 🤖

• 🧠 Multi-agent AI systems exploration with CrewAI
• 🔧 Custom GPT development on OpenAI platform:
  • Building specialized tools and assistants
  • Creating domain-specific GPT applications
• 🔍 RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation):
  • Implementation with open source LLMs
  • Custom knowledge base integration
  • Vector database optimization
• 📊 Machine learning integration in production systems
• 📝 Natural language processing applications

Professional Journey 🛣️

Togg-Trugo (2023 - Present)

As Software Architect for Turkey’s national EV charging network, I:

• 📐 Design technical architecture for nationwide charging infrastructure
• 🛠️ Implement scalable backend services
• 📋 Establish best practices and technical standards
• 🎯 Guide team decisions on technology stack and tools

Turkey Tourism Agency (2020 - 2023)

As Software Manager, I:

• 📊 Developed comprehensive data analytics platform
• 🎯 Implemented tourism strategy management systems
• 👥 Led team of developers in creating visualization tools
• 🔄 Integrated multiple data sources for tourist mobility analysis
• 🏗️ Designed microservices architecture using Python/Django/FastAPI

Polizom Inc (2015 - 2018)

As Technical Founder, I:

• 🚀 Led development of GPU-accelerated drug discovery tool
• ⚡ Achieved 200x performance improvement using multi-GPUs
• 🌐 Designed distributed computing architecture
• 💰 Secured funding from Turkish Technology Ministry
• 🎯 Received Y Combinator invitation (November 2016)

Research & Academic Background 📚

• 📝 Published research papers on:
  • 🧬 Computational drug discovery methods
  • 🔄 Genetic algorithms optimization
  • 🚀 GPU-accelerated bioinformatics simulations
• 🎓 Conducted Ph.D. studies in Computer Engineering (Performed three years of studies in pursuit of Ph.D. before exiting the program)
• 🎓 Completed M.Sc. in Bioinformatics
• 🧬 Background in Biology (B.Sc.)

Recent Projects & Contributions 🛠️

Open Source & Tools

1. Commit Crafter 📝

   • Custom GPT for git workflow optimization
   • Conventional Commits standard implementation
   • Streamlined version control assistance

2. Xcode Carpenter 🔧

   • CLI tool in Rust for Xcode project management
   • Automates project renaming operations
   • Handles complex file dependencies

3. OCPP Log Analyzer 📊

   • Specialized GPT assistant on OpenAI platform for EV charging
   • Automated analysis of OCPP communication logs
   • Enhanced diagnostics through prompt engineering

Technical Explorations 🔬

• 🤖 Multi-agent AI Systems: Working with CrewAI framework
• 🚀 GPU Computing: Optimization techniques for scientific computing
• 🌐 Distributed Systems: Patterns for scalable architecture
• ⚡ Real-time Systems: WebSocket-based communication protocols

Technical Philosophy 💭

I approach software development with these core principles:

Architecture First 🏗️

• Focus on scalable, maintainable solutions
• Design for future growth and flexibility
• Emphasis on clean architecture patterns
• Balance between pragmatism and innovation

Quality-Driven Development ✨

• Robust testing strategies
• Comprehensive documentation
• Performance optimization
• Security-first approach

Continuous Learning 📚

• Active exploration of new technologies
• Regular contribution to tech community
• Focus on practical applications
• Knowledge sharing through writing and mentoring

Let’s Connect 🤝

I enjoy discussing technology, architecture patterns, and innovative solutions to complex problems. You can find me on my website serkan.ai and explore my latest thoughts and projects through my blog posts.

📍 Based in Istanbul, Turkey

Technical Skills Matrix 📊

Programming Languages

• 🏆 Expert Level: Python (15 years)
• 💪 Advanced: Go (2 years), C/C++ (3 years)
• 👨‍💻 Proficient: Java (3 years), JavaScript
• 🚀 Growing Experience:
  • 🦀 Rust (2024) - with published open-source projects:
    • Xcode Carpenter: CLI for Xcode project management
    • More Rust projects in development
  • 🍎 Swift (2024) - iOS development exploration and tooling support

Frameworks & Libraries

• 🔙 Backend: Django, FastAPI, Fiber
• 🔜 Frontend: React.js, Vue.js
• 🧮 Scientific: CUDA, OpenCL, NumPy, Pandas
• 🧪 Testing: PyTest

Infrastructure & DevOps

• 📦 Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
• 🔄 CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions
• ☁️ Cloud: AWS, GCP, Heroku
• 📊 Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana

Databases & Storage

• 💾 Relational: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL, Oracle
• 🗄️ NoSQL: DynamoDB, MongoDB
• ⚡ Caching: Redis, Memcached
• 🔍 Search: Elasticsearch

I’m passionate about sharing knowledge and contributing to the tech community through my blog posts and open-source projects. Check out my latest thoughts and projects in my blog posts.

Last updated: November 24, 2024