Hi, I'm Talat, a mobile app developer who loves bringing ideas to life. For over seven years, I've been dedicated to iOS and Android app development, creating applications that are user-friendly and technically sound.
Throughout my career, I've worked across various app categories, including media streaming, e-commerce, social networking, and sports betting. This experience has given me a broad perspective on different user needs and industry demands. I'm not just about coding; I also have a passion for game design. At Wenyjoy, I played a key role in designing and developing mobile games, combining engaging gameplay with appealing visuals. This experience sharpened my skills in creating interactive, enjoyable gaming experiences that keep users coming back. Having worked with both large companies and innovative startups, I've learned the importance of clean code, effective teamwork, and project success. I'm always keen to learn more and take on new challenges in technology.
Based in Berlin, I'm an active part of the local tech scene, eager to contribute to projects that help businesses grow and connect with their audience. Let's create something great together!
Usheets is a next-generation social media platform, inspired by Reddit and Twitter. I set out to create a space where users can easily share and interact with polls and ratings—whether through text, images, or a mix of both. As the founder and sole developer, I led every aspect of the product journey. I started by designing the user experience in Figma, focusing on intuitive interactions and a clean, modern interface. From there, I architected and built both the backend (Node.js, PostgreSQL) and frontend (React, TypeScript), ensuring a seamless and responsive experience across devices. One of my proudest achievements was implementing real-time, optimistic updates for social interactions like voting and liking, making the platform feel fast and engaging.
As a freelance developer, I had the opportunity to lead the development of innovative features for multiple clients. For the Healm app, I created immersive AR experiences, enabling real-time treasure hunts that blended the digital and physical worlds.
At Nomitri, I was part of a small, agile team building cutting-edge visual perception solutions powered by deep learning. As one of just two mobile engineers, I had the opportunity to take full ownership of several projects, including leading the development of a custom warehouse solution for Gorillas from the ground up. My role spanned the entire product lifecycle: I worked directly with stakeholders to define requirements, architected and built both iOS and Android apps, and integrated our proprietary C++ machine learning libraries for real-time visual analysis. I introduced robust testing practices, automated our CI/CD pipeline, and mentored new team members to ensure high-quality, maintainable code. What set this experience apart was the level of autonomy and product responsibility I had. For the Gorillas warehouse project, I handled everything from initial setup and feature discussions to user feedback and iterative improvements—essentially acting as both lead engineer and product owner. This hands-on, end-to-end involvement deepened my passion for building impactful, user-focused technology in fast-paced startup environments.
At Dogus Media Group, one of Turkey’s largest media companies, I was responsible for developing and supporting mobile applications for some of the country’s most popular TV channels and radio stations. My work spanned iOS, tvOS, and watchOS, giving me the chance to deliver engaging digital experiences to a wide audience. One of my proudest achievements was building the NTV app from the ground up—handling everything from architecture and feature development to integrating Google AdMob and solving complex memory issues. I worked with a variety of design patterns (Redux, MVVM, MVC) and media technologies (AVPlayer, Brightcove) to ensure our apps were robust, scalable, and user-friendly. Beyond coding, I focused on quality and collaboration: writing unit tests, managing projects in Jira, and staying ahead of technology changes to keep our apps running smoothly. This role taught me the importance of technical excellence and teamwork in delivering high-impact media products.
At Basefy, a fast-paced startup, I contributed to the development of several e-commerce and service applications for a diverse client base. I was responsible for the full app lifecycle—from initial development and API integration to distribution and ongoing support. Working on projects like BabyKolay, YouthStore, and MySki, I gained hands-on experience with modern iOS architectures (MVC, MVVM) and learned how to deliver reliable, user-friendly apps under tight deadlines. This early role helped me build a strong technical foundation and a customer-focused mindset.
At Kaufland E-commerce, I worked at the intersection of engineering and product, collaborating with both iOS and Android teams to modernize our mobile platforms. I worked on the adoption of SwiftUI and Jetpack Compose, contributing the migration from legacy code.
At Bird Home Automation, I contributed to the next generation of smart home technology by developing robust iOS applications for IP-based video door intercom and access control systems. My work focused on delivering seamless, real-time video and audio communication through advanced camera integration and WebRTC technology. I prioritized maintainable, scalable code by applying MVVM and modular architecture, and ensured high reliability with comprehensive unit testing. This project deepened my expertise in smart home solutions and real-time media streaming.
At Bilyoner, Turkey’s top online betting platform, I was part of the Social Bet team, where we aimed to create engaging, secure, and user-friendly experiences for millions of users. My focus was on building responsive iOS applications using MVVM and Reactive programming, ensuring that our features were both robust and easy to maintain. I played a key role in delivering new features, such as the Social Bet module, by collaborating closely with other platform teams and participating in pair programming and code reviews. My commitment to quality led me to implement thorough unit testing and streamline our release process with Fastlane-powered CI/CD pipelines. This role gave me the opportunity to take on high responsibility within a fast-paced team, sharpen my teamwork and communication skills, and contribute to a platform that prioritizes both customer satisfaction and responsible gaming.
Wenyjoy was my first entrepreneurial adventure—a mobile gaming platform designed to deliver a fun, rewarding experience for users. As co-founder, I wore many hats: from designing engaging UI/UX in Sketch and Zeplin to building both the backend and mobile apps for iOS and Android. The platform combined 4 unique native games (including quiz, attention, map, and memory games) with 20 HTML5 games, all seamlessly integrated through custom JavaScript and database connections. Users could earn points from games and surveys, then redeem them for prizes and campaign offers, creating a dynamic and interactive ecosystem. I managed the entire development process, led a small team, and ensured the app’s performance and reliability with Fabric analytics. This experience taught me how to balance technical execution with product vision, and how to deliver a comprehensive gaming experience from the ground up.
Berlin