Hi, I'm Mert Ali Çelik

AI Developer

AI Developer building intelligent systems at the intersection of machine learning, security, and full-stack development. Passionate about solving complex problems with clean, scalable code.

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About Me

“I'm an AI developer with a passion for building intelligent systems that bridge machine learning, cybersecurity, and full-stack development. With a foundation from Sabancı University and hands-on experience across startups and enterprise products, I approach every project with a focus on clean architecture and measurable impact.

Experience

Automating Cross-Border Trade, Intelligently Blockchain-Ready AI-Powered, End to end Customs & Transit Solutions. Revolutionizing cross-border trade with intelligent solutions for customs compliance, cross-border movement of goods, and autonomous data engineering, powered by Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Business Intelligence.

Contributed to the development of Virtual Try-On Technology for makeup and skincare products, utilizing AR & AI for online/offline stores and the Metaverse. Developed web pages for the Data Studio app using TypeScript and React, enhancing user interface and experience for multi-brand AR product libraries. Worked on flexible pricing models and partner services, ensuring achievable and affordable solutions for clients.

Worked collaboratively within a Scrum framework to develop both frontend and backend code for a startup specializing in selling 3D printed products online. Collaborated with Sabanci University students and graduates on the project.

Specialized in developing cutting-edge embedded software for M2M gateways and devices, adhering to ETSI M2M standards. Focused on innovative solutions for seamlessly connecting small M2M area networks into a decentralized cloud-based M2M network. Leveraged Linux OS and tools, optimized for resource-limited platforms like ARM and MIPS architectures.

Education

2019 - 2024

Sabancı University

B.Sc. Computer Science & Engineering

2014 - 2018

Çakabey Science School

High School

Beyond Code

Basketball

Competed for teams in Izmir including Pınar Karşıyaka since age 6. Developed discipline and competitive drive.

American Football

Wide Receiver & Cornerback for Sabancı Seahawks. Served as defensive coach for the women's flag football team.

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Skills & Expertise

A snapshot of the programming languages, tools, and technologies I work with.

Languages

Python

C++

JavaScript

TypeScript

Swift

SQL

MATLAB

Bash (Shell Scripting)

Assembly

Scheme

Prolog

Verilog

Frameworks & Libraries

React

Next.js

Node.js

Vue.js

Flutter

Tailwind CSS

Redux / Zustand

Vite

Chakra UI / MUI

TensorFlow / PyTorch

scikit-learn

Pandas

NumPy

Matplotlib

Seaborn

OpenCV

LangChain / LlamaIndex

Tools & Platforms

Git

Firebase

PostgreSQL / MongoDB

Vercel

Nginx

Kali Linux

Wireshark

Figma

Postman

Projects Built

Technologies

Tools & Platforms

Fields of Study

My Projects

Here are some of the projects I've worked on, showcasing my skills across different technologies and domains.

Turkish Travel Website Honeypot

Developed a Flask-based honeypot web application for a Turkish travel advice/news website, incorporating dynamic content delivery through RSS feeds, advanced user authentication mechanisms, and an interactive comment system.

Python3

Flask

Kali Linux

Case Study GitHub

Gender Classification Model

A deep learning model using TensorFlow and Keras to classify gender from facial images. Features include CNN architecture, real-time prediction, and robust evaluation metrics.

Python

TensorFlow

Keras

NumPy

Pandas

Pillow

Matplotlib

Seaborn

scikit-learn

Case Study GitHub

Adventure Game

A turn-based simulation game in C++ demonstrating file I/O, data structures, and an interactive menu. Players are loaded from a file, assigned tasks, and roll dice to determine scores.

C++

STL

File I/O

Random

Data Structures

Case Study GitHub

Tune-Mosaic Project

Spearheaded the development of a music analysis and recommendation system that consolidates liked-song data from diverse sources. Implemented robust backend functionality for data processing and analysis.

React

Swift

Firebase

Postman

Case Study GitHub

Self-Hosted Video Conferencing Tool

Developed a secure, open-source self-hosted video conferencing platform to address privacy concerns in commercial offerings. Leveraged Jitsi Meet for core functionality while implementing enhancements for scalability and memory management.

Linux

Jitsi Meet

Web Development Frameworks

Cloud Hosting

Case Study GitHub

Drowsiness Detection System Website

Built a real-time drowsiness detection web app using Flask and JavaScript, analyzing eye-aspect-ratio metrics from a webcam feed to alert fatigued drivers with visual and audio warnings.

Python3

JavaScript

Flask

Wireshark

Case Study GitHub

Basketball Teams and Leagues Analysis

Examined the success of basketball teams based on the performance of star players using machine learning models and efficiency score calculations.

Python

sklearn

seaborn

Pandas

NumPy

Case Study GitHub

IMDB Rating Prediction

Developed machine learning models for predicting movie ratings from provided datasets.

Python

Case Study

Digital Combination Lock

Engineered a robust digital combination lock system using Algorithmic State Machine (ASM) principles, focusing on both security and reliability. Designed and implemented controller logic to manage user input sequences.

Verilog

Prolog

Case Study

Netflix Controller Project

Developed a Netflix controller application that interfaces with a database to manage favorite and popular movies, allowing users to add, remove, and browse movies for easier decision-making.

C++

Node.js

MySQL

Case Study

House Price Prediction

Utilized Python to construct a neural network-based regressor for predicting house prices using the provided dataset.

Python

Case Study

E-commerce Website

A modern e-commerce platform built with Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS. Features include Firebase integration for product and user management, persistent shopping cart, and secure authentication.

React

Next.js

Tailwind CSS

Vercel

Firebase

Case Study

Interactive Playground

Hands-on demos and games showcasing core CS, ML, and security concepts. Play, explore, and learn.

Pathfinding Visualizer

Draw walls or generate mazes, then compare BFS, DFS, Dijkstra, and A* pathfinding algorithms.

Sorting Algorithm Visualizer

Compare 5 sorting algorithms (Bubble, Selection, Insertion, Quick, Merge) with adjustable speed control.

K-Means Clustering

Click to place data points, choose k, and watch centroids converge in real time.

Algorithm Complexity Explorer

Compare Big-O growth curves (O(1) to O(2ⁿ)) interactively as input size changes.

Security Playground

Analyze password strength, explore hashing, or encrypt text with the Caesar cipher.

Neural Network Perceptron

Explore a single neuron with switchable activation functions (Sigmoid, ReLU, Tanh, Step) and live graph.

Memory Card Game

Flip cards to find matching pairs. Test your memory across three difficulty levels.

Binary Search Tree

Insert, delete, and search nodes. Animate in-order, pre-order, post-order, and level-order traversals.

2048 Puzzle

Slide tiles to merge numbers. Play yourself or let the AI auto-solve.

Tic-Tac-Toe vs AI

Challenge an unbeatable AI. Pick your difficulty and try to win.

Get in Touch

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mertali@alumni.sabanciuniv.edu

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Hi, I'm Mert Ali Çelik

About Me

Experience

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INOV8

Encom Networks

Education

Sabancı University

Çakabey Science School

Beyond Code

Basketball

American Football

Skills & Expertise

My Projects

Interactive Playground

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