Ozge Kuzhan
Full Stack Developer in Amsterdam specializing in JavaScript, React, Ruby on Rails, and responsive web design. Building production-ready applications with focus on intuitive UI/UX and clean code architecture.
Background
Full Stack Developer with strong background in Marketing & Product Management and client communication. Le Wagon Amsterdam graduate (400+ hours) with 500+ additional hours of self-directed learning. Proven ability to manage full development lifecycle from concept to deployment, delivering practical solutions that balance technical excellence with user needs.
✓ EU Work Permit Holder
✓ No Sponsorship Required
500+
Hours Coding
10+
Apps Built
100%
Snack Powered
∞
Sleepless Nights
Selected Projects
DealHuntr
Product deal aggregation platform connecting users with discounts from multiple retailers
- Created responsive frontend using JavaScript and Bootstrap with mobile-first design
- Built a Rails backend with RESTful routing for product deal management across stores
- Designed a PostgreSQL database with normalized schema and optimized indexing
- Implemented a smart recommendation system using keyword matching and category filtering
WorkTree
Office and coworking space reservation platform with role-based booking management
- Designed a dynamic, SPA-like frontend using JavaScript and Bootstrap for seamless navigation
- Built a Rails backend with RESTful routing and role-based authentication using Devise (owner/renter roles)
- Created a three-state booking approval workflow with owner controls (pending, accepted, declined)
- Integrated an image upload system using Active Storage and Cloudinary for space photos
Technical Skills
JavaScript • React • HTML5 • CSS3 • SCSS • Vue.js • Bootstrap • Responsive Design • DOM Manipulation • TypeScript
Python • Ruby • Ruby on Rails • RESTful API • CRUD Operations • OOP • MVC Architecture • JSON
SQL • PostgreSQL • Database Design
Git • GitHub • Docker • Heroku • AWS • CI/CD • Version Control
Copilot • Claude Code • OpenAI API • Agile/Scrum • JIRA • Confluence • Figma
Figma • UI/UX Design • Wireframing
Business & Soft Skills
Marketing Strategy • Financial Planning • Purchasing Management • Operations Coordination • Project Management • Team Leadership • Communication • Problem Solving • Adaptability • Time Management
Experience
Full Stack Web Developer
Freelance & Portfolio Development
- Completed Le Wagon Amsterdam intensive bootcamp (400+ hours) building two production applications
- Developed over 10 web applications using JavaScript, React, Ruby on Rails, and PostgreSQL
- Engaged in self-directed learning: over 500 hours of coding through Udemy bootcamps and hands-on projects
- Built full-stack proficiency from frontend (React, Bootstrap) to backend (Rails, PostgreSQL)
- Technologies used include JavaScript, React, Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, Docker, Git, and Bootstrap
Co-Founder & Product Manager
Wiineed Software, Istanbul
- Co-founded B2B SaaS company developing custom software solutions for driving schools
- Led product development from requirements gathering to deployment for tailored applications
- Achieved 20% market penetration in Istanbul's driving school sector through direct B2B sales
- Collaborated with the development team to translate client requirements into technical specifications
- Presented the product vision to over eight angel investors and secured seed funding for company growth
- Managed full product lifecycle including feature prioritization, roadmap planning, and go-to-market strategy
- Technologies: Software development, B2B SaaS, product management, Agile
Operations & Business Management
British American Tobacco, Master Servis, Mystaff HR
- 7 years of progressive experience in operations management, B2B sales, and client relations
- Led operational processes for over 2,000 personnel and optimized purchasing workflows, reducing costs
- Built strong stakeholder communication and project coordination skills in fast-paced environments
Education
Le Wagon Amsterdam
Full Stack Web Development
- 9-week full-time intensive coding bootcamp
- Learned HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, SQL, Git, GitHub, Heroku and Ruby on Rails
- Designed, implemented and shipped to production a clone of Airbnb but for offices, WorkTree
- Pitched an idea for a web app, DealHuntr and completed the project in 2 weeks in a team of 3
ICT Tribe Almere
AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials (AW-CP-ESS)
- AWS Cloud fundamentals and core services training
Codam Amsterdam
Python Bootcamp
- 1-week intensive Python Bootcamp
Udemy - Colt Steele
Web Development Bootcamp
- Web Development Bootcamp covering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
Code Institute
Five Day Coding Challenge
- 5 days challenge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Trakya University
International Relations
- Bachelor's Degree
Languages
English (B2) • Turkish (Native) • Dutch (Beginner)
Additional Information
Dutch Driving License (Class B)
Let's work
together
Amsterdam, Netherlands