Hello! I'm **A. Samil Bulbul**, a **Senior Software Engineer** with a passion for constructing robust,

high-performance systems. With over **8 years** of experience, I specialize in **Go** and **system design**,

architecting scalable solutions that solve complex real-world problems. 🚀

My journey has taken me from developing critical infrastructure for smart cities to leading product initiatives

in the security sector. I thrive on the challenges of distributed systems and cloud-native technologies,

always aiming for efficiency and reliability in every line of code.

Beyond the terminal, I'm an open-source enthusiast and a lifelong learner. When I'm not optimizing backend services,

you can find me exploring new tech or enjoying a good cup of coffee ☕.

## Experience

1. **Senior Software Engineer** at *Picus Security* (Oct 2022 - Sep 2025)

2. **Senior Software Engineer** at *Aselsan - Smart Cities* (Jan 2021 - Oct 2022)

3. **Software Engineer & DevOps Engineer** at *Aselsan - Toll Collection Systems* (Jan 2018 - Jan 2021)

## Technical Expertise

* **Programming Languages:** Go, C++, C, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Rust, SQL

* **Cloud & DevOps:** Kubernetes (K8S), Docker, AWS, GCP, Azure, CI/CD, Jenkins, Terraform, GitLab

* **Databases:** PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis

* **Frameworks & Core Concepts:** System Design, Microservices, Distributed Systems, gRPC, Node.js, Express.js, JavaFX,

* **Developer Tools:** Git, CMake, Conan, Nexus Repository Manager, Bitbucket, Linux, Docker

## Links

* [GitHub Profile](https://github.com/fezcode)

* [LinkedIn Profile](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmed-samil-bulbul/?locale=en_US)

## Publications

* **Usability Study of a Novel Tool: The Virtual Cafeteria in Nutrition Education**

*Authors*: Ufuk Celikcan, Ahmed Samil Bulbul, Cem Aslan

*Year*: 2020

*DOI*: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jneb.2020.08.001

* **The Virtual Cafeteria: An Immersive Environment for Interactive Food Portion-Size Education**

*Authors*: Ufuk Celikcan, Ahmed Samil Bulbul, Cem Aslan

*Year*: 2018

*DOI*: https://doi.org/10.1145/3279954.3279960

## Currently...

* **🎵 Making Music:** I'm currently exploring the world of music production, creating some sick beats and melodies.

It's a fun way to unwind and get creative, but my tracks are still top secret! 🤫

* **📚 Reading:** Trying to read all the books I purchase... It's a work in progress!

* **🤔 Thinking about:** How to build the perfect mechanical keyboard and create the best sound system.

* **🎮 Narrative Grooving:** Vibing with story-driven games. I'm letting the plot beats drop and the character arcs

flow—it's my kind of interactive jam session! 🤘

## More...

| 🗂️ Some of my Work | 📖 Articles written | 🖼️ Stuff I Consume | ✨ Some Small Apps |

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| [Projects](/projects) | [Blogs](/blog) | [Logs](/logs) | [ Apps](/apps) |