Shipping iOS Apps to the App Store: What I Learned the Hard Way
2025
Publishing multiple SwiftUI apps taught me more than coding: release checklists, screenshots, metadata, review guidelines, crash triage, and shipping with confidence.
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Hello! I'm a Software Engineer and Full Stack Developer
I develop user-focused, performant, and scalable applications using modern web technologies. I have experience in every aspect of web development, from frontend to backend, from database to deployment.
With a continuous learning mindset and a focus on self-improvement, I strive to deliver the best solutions in every project.
ReactNode.jsTypeScriptPythonJavaFirebaseAWSMongoDBSwiftUI
EXPERIENCES
NOV 2025 - DEC 2025
Software Engineering Intern
A2InnoWave — Innovative Solutions
Participated in the Product Development unit focusing on end to end lifecycle of Computer Vision projects. Collaborated with senior engineers to ensure high-quality code standards and system integration.
EDUCATION
SEP 2021 - JAN 2026
Izmir University of Economics — Software Engineering Department
Bachelor of Science — Software Engineering (English)
OCT 2023 - APR 2024
Middle Eastern Foreign Language Education Center
Upper Intermediate
My Projects
FC-FlashCards
FC-FlashCards is a modern iOS flashcard application designed to help users efficiently learn and memorize information. Features include custom categories, interactive study modes, favorites, and progress tracking. Built with SwiftUI, MVVM, and Firebase. Available for iPhone and iPad.
SwiftUIiOSMVVMFirebaseEducation
FinTrack
FinTrack is a smart investment tracker app for iOS. Track your crypto and stock investments, get real-time market data, portfolio analytics, and financial news. Built with SwiftUI, MVVM, and Firebase. Available for iPhone and iPad.
SwiftUIiOSMVVMFirebaseFinance
LexiMind
LexiMind is an educational iOS app designed to help users expand their vocabulary and language skills through interactive exercises and smart learning tools. Built with SwiftUI, MVVM, and Firebase. Available for iPhone and iPad.
SwiftUIiOSMVVMFirebaseEducation
My Blog
SwiftUI + MVVM + Firebase: The Real Challenges Were Not the UI
2025
SwiftUI makes UI fast, but app quality comes from state management, data modeling, auth edge cases, and predictable architecture. Here’s what I struggled with and how I structured it.
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Architecture, Verification, and “Finishing”: Where I Improved Most
2025
I’m good at building end-to-end features, but I used to underestimate verification and long-term architecture. This is a candid breakdown of tradeoffs and what I’m leveling up.
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