Furkan YILMAZ
Senior Computer Science and Engineering Student @Sabancı University
Passionate about problem-solving and designing. Currently enhancing skills in frontend and backend technologies. Also interested in data science and machine/deep learning.
Education
Sabancı University (B.Sc) | Computer Science and Engineering
İstanbul, Türkiye | 09/2021 - 06/2026
- GPA: 3.67/4.00
- 100% Honour Scholarship
University of Maribor (B.Sc) | Computer Science and Engineering
Maribor, Slovenia | 02/2025 - 07/2025
- Grade: 9.4/10
- Erasmus+ Exchange Program
Muammer Dereli Science High School | Mathematic and Natural Sciences
Kocaeli, Türkiye | 09/2017 - 07/2021
- Grade: 97.1/100
- YKS-SAY 1224th rank
Experience
ASELSAN | Summer Intern
Ankara, Türkiye | 08/2025 - 09/2025
- Implemented a live video streaming library with C++, CMake and GStreamer framework.
- Applied various video encoding and transmission protocols, including H.264, RTP, UDP and WebRTC.
BRİSA Bridgestone Sabancı | Summer Intern
Kocaeli, Türkiye | 07/2025 - 08/2025
- Built a responsive Django-based web app with HTML/CSS/JavaScript and MySQL for field data management.
- Implemented role-based access control, user-friendly data entry forms, table management, data export features, and automated approval workflows.
Activities
Sabancı University - Student Representative Committee
Student Representative Committee Member | 04/2024 – 10/2024
- Held monthly meetings with the university administration to address student concerns.
- Collected and conveyed student feedback, prepared reports, and worked on solutions to enhance student life.
Sabancı University – Industrial Engineering Society
IMIS’24 Harmony - PR Committee Member | 02/2024 – 03/2024
- Designed promotional materials for IMIS’24 Harmony, the flagship event of the society.
- Gained experience in event organization, teamwork, and communication.
Sabancı University – IEEE Student Branch
Active Member | 10/2022 – 02/2024
- Contributed to the PR department by designing and creating social media content.
- Developed skills in teamwork and graphic design (generally used Canva).
Designer Coordinator | 06/2023 – 10/2023
- Led the design team for "Work in Progress: The Summit," ensuring high-quality event visuals and presentations.
- Developed skills in team coordination and project execution.
Projects
SUtore
- Developed SUtore, a web-based online store using Django for the backend and React for the frontend, as part of Software Engineering course project. The application delivers a comprehensive e-commerce experience with essential shopping functionalities and a modern, interactive user interface.
Howudoin
- Developed Howudoin, a messaging app for seamless communication, as part of the Mobile Application Development course. Spring Boot backend handles authentication, friend/group management, and messaging, while React Native frontend provides an intuitive interface for user interaction
GeoQuiz
- Developed a quiz website using the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js) featuring randomized geography quizzes with 10 questions per session. Implemented user authentication via GitHub OAuth, persistent quiz history tracking, and a dynamic leaderboard displayed on the homepage to enhance user engagement.
Skills
Programming (Intermediate):
- Python, C++, Java, HTML, CSS
Languages:
- Turkish (Native), English (B2)
Programming (Beginner):
- Javascript, Django, React, Spring Boot, SQL
Other Skills:
- Canva, CapCut, MS Office
Programming Tools:
- MongoDB, Postman, Android Studio, MySQL Workbench
Interests:
- Travelling, Photography, Cycling, Reading, Gaming