Software Developer and Data Scientist. I hold dual degrees in Computer Engineering and Media & Visual Arts from Koç University and am currently pursuing a master’s in Computer Science at the University of Freiburg.
Projects
AutoML Text Classification: Automated Hyperparameter Optimization and Large Language Model-Based Few-Shot Learning
Short summary
Addresses the inefficiency of manual text classification model selection by implementing two automated solutions: Structured AutoML using Optuna framework for Combined Algorithm Selection and Hyperparameter Optimization (CASH) across diverse architectures, and LLM-based few-shot classification leveraging in-context learning capabilities without traditional training phases.
Technologies: Python, Optuna, AutoML, Transformers, BERT, CNNs, FFNs, Large Language Models, Few-Shot Learning
LoRA Mensa Food Adaptation
Short summary
Investigates adapting Stable Diffusion v1.5 to generate German university cafeteria (Mensa) food images using Low-Rank Adaptation (LoRA). Fine-tuned on just 50 authentic photos with inconsistent lighting and composition, demonstrating that LoRA can effectively learn specific visual styles from minimal data to generate coherent and stylistically accurate results.
Leveraging Prosody as an Informative Teaching Signal for Agent Learning: Exploratory Studies and Algorithmic Implications
Short summary
This paper shows that prosody, such as intonation in speech, can complement explicit feedback to improve reinforcement learning, while also providing empirical evidence and design guidelines for prosody-sensitive algorithms to enhance human-agent interaction. Published at ICMI '24
Universe is a Unity-based virtual campus platform for Koç University, enabling students, faculty, and alumni to experience campus life, attend events, and socialize online when physical gatherings aren't possible.
Technologies: Unity, C#, Virtual Reality, Game Development, 3D Modeling
Experience
Software Developer
Fraunhofer ISE, Freiburg, Germany
Jun 2025 - Present
Develop Python applications for energy optimization systems integrating bidirectional electric vehicles and solar panels, applying linear programming techniques to maximize energy efficiency.
Design and implement Mixed Integer Linear Programming (MILP) solvers using Pyomo, building a modular optimization pipeline with planned expansion to non-linear algorithms.
Contribute to a research-driven project, continuously reviewing recent advancements in energy optimization to inform and improve system design.
Software Engineer
Aselsan, Ankara, Türkiye
Mar 2023 - Sep 2024
Developed mission-critical command and control software using .NET, implementing secure communication protocols and high-reliability architecture.
Led the design and delivery of communication systems and core software modules, coordinating cross-functional dependencies to maintain project timelines and technical alignment.
Took on multiple roles beyond development, serving as Scrum Master to drive Agile practices and team alignment, while managing IT infrastructure including 4 server racks and 100+ virtual machines.
Data Science Intern
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
July 2022 - December 2022
Developed a Wizard-of-Oz study setup to collect audio data from participants teaching a reinforcement learning agent in a grid world where the agent was wizarded by another participant, hence simulating prosody-sensitive agent learning.
Analyzed prosodic features such as energy, pitch and loudness. Showed that they are statistically significantly correlated with the advantage function, an underlying Markov Decision Process feature used by RL algorithms.
Acquired hands-on experience in the research process, including designing and implementing study protocols, collecting and analyzing data and presenting findings.
Research and Development Intern
ART Labs, İstanbul, Türkiye
July 2021 - September 2021
Selected for the Erasmus+ internship program to conduct research at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, focusing on reinforcement learning and human-agent interaction.
Designed and implemented a Wizard-of-Oz study to collect audio data from participants teaching a reinforcement learning agent, simulating prosody-sensitive agent learning in a controlled grid world environment.
Analyzed prosodic features including energy, pitch and loudness, demonstrating statistically significant correlations with the advantage function of an underlying Markov Decision Process used by RL algorithms.
Education
Master of Science in Computer Science
University of Freiburg, Faculty of Engineering, Freiburg, Germany
Oct 2024 - Present
Computer Engineering
Koç University, College of Engineering, İstanbul, Türkiye
2017 - 2023
GPA: 3.31/4.00
Koç University Computer Engineering Best Senior Design Project Award 2022
Koç University Vehbi Koç Honor Award 2020 & 2021
Koç University Anatolian Scholarship
Media and Visual Arts (Double Major)
Koç University, College of Social Sciences and Humanities, İstanbul, Türkiye
2020 - 2023
Double Major
Certificate and Track Program: Media and Management
Gained a comprehensive understanding of Agile methodologies, experienced Scrum practices, and developed strategies for organizational transformation and effective business implementation.
Appointed as the Scrum Master for the software development team, guiding Agile implementations and reinforcing expertise with the ACM Agile Scrum Training certification.