Talha Akyüzlü

Product Innovation Specialist

Istanbul, Türkiye

About

🚀 Highly motivated Junior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with a passion for ensuring software quality and enhancing user experiences. 👨‍💻 About Me: I am an ambitious individual who thrives on challenges and continuously seeks opportunities to grow and expand my technical expertise. My journey in the software development world began with two enriching internships, where I had the privilege to work alongside talented teams on innovative projects. Through these experiences I have honed my skills in testing, automation, and collaborating in Agile environments. 💼 Professional Experience: During my internships, I played an integral role in the development and execution of comprehensive test plans, identifying and resolving bugs to deliver high-quality software solutions. Leveraging my programming knowledge, I developed automated test scripts that significantly reduced testing time and improved overall product reliability. I am well-versed in industry-standard testing methodologies and tools, ensuring smooth software releases. 🔍 Eye for Detail: Meticulous by nature, I take pride in my ability to find even the most elusive defects. My passion for exploring all facets of a product allows me to deliver thorough and reliable results, contributing to a seamless user experience. I am dedicated to ensuring that the software I work on not only meets but exceeds customer expectations. 🤝 Collaborative Team Player: I firmly believe that collaboration is the key to achieving exceptional results. Throughout my internships, I enjoyed working in diverse teams, learning from my peers, and sharing my insights. I am an active communicator, adept at conveying complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner. 💡 Continuous Learning: As a technology enthusiast, I remain on the lookout for emerging trends and advancements in the industry. I eagerly embrace new challenges that allow me to broaden my skill set and contribute to the success of cutting-edge projects. 🎯 Vision: My ultimate goal is to evolve into a seasoned SDET, making a significant impact on the software development life cycle and driving excellence in testing practices. I am eager to explore opportunities that enable me to grow professionally and contribute to a dynamic organization focused on innovation and quality. 📧 Let's Connect: I am excited to connect with fellow professionals, mentors, and industry experts who share my passion for software quality and testing. Whether it's discussing the latest trends or exploring potential collaborations, feel free to reach out and connect.

Experience

  • Software Developer at GIGADATA IT TECHNOLOGY S.R.L
    Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

  • Product Innavtion Specialist at Longline Bilişim Teknolojileri Ltd. Şti.
    Jan 2024 - Feb 2025 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Software Development Engineer in Test at FicoDesk
    May 2023 - Feb 2025 · 1 yr 10 mos

  • Automation Engineer at Lemoon Creative Bilişim
    Feb 2023 - Apr 2023 · 3 mos

    During my immersive and rewarding experience as a Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer during my internships, I was fortunate to be involved in the development and testing of three distinct social media scrapers. These projects provided me with an invaluable opportunity to apply my technical skills, collaborate with talented teams, and contribute to data-driven solutions for the organization. 1. Instagram Scraper: As part of the team working on the Instagram scraper, I was responsible for building the foundation of the tool. Leveraging my expertise in Python and Puppeteer, I meticulously crafted a scraper capable of extracting essential data from Instagram profiles, posts, and comments. My keen attention to detail and rigorous testing approach ensured that the scraper operated accurately across various scenarios, guaranteeing the reliability of the collected data. 2. Twitter Scraper: In the Twitter scraper project, I played a vital role in conceptualizing the testing strategy. By combining my knowledge of Selenium and API testing, I verified the scraper's functionality to capture tweets, user details, and engagement metrics. Additionally, I executed stress tests to evaluate its performance under heavy load conditions, ultimately delivering a robust and efficient solution. 3. LinkedIn Scraper: Serving as the QA lead for the LinkedIn scraper, I led a team of interns in conducting comprehensive testing efforts. The challenge here was navigating LinkedIn's dynamic page structures and data privacy restrictions. With a combination of meticulous manual testing and automated validation using Postman API, we meticulously ensured data accuracy and compliance, culminating in an ethical and reliable data collection tool.

  • Software Engineer at CTech Bilişim Teknolojileri San. ve Tic. AŞ.
    Feb 2020 - Feb 2020 · 1 mo

    During my one-month high school internship as a QA Engineer, I gained hands-on experience in software testing, bug tracking, and test automation using tools like Selenium. Collaborating with experienced QA professionals, I discovered my passion for ensuring software quality, which has inspired my career aspirations in QA.