Soysal Tan

Soysal Tan

PHP & Laravel developer with 20+ years of experience,
DevOps and Cyber Security enthusiast.
Creating digital solutions with modern web technologies.

Soysal Tan

Soysal Tan

Full-Stack Developer

About Me

I've been working with web technologies for over 20 years. I specialize in PHP and Laravel, embracing modern DevOps processes and cyber security best practices. My passion is developing scalable, secure, and high-performance applications.

My Skills

Programming Languages & Frameworks
PHP JavaScript TypeScript C# C++ GoLang Laravel Codeigniter ExpressJS NestJS .Net Core JQuery

Tech Stack

Backend Development

๐Ÿ˜

PHP

Language

๐Ÿ”ด

Laravel

Framework

๐ŸŸข

Node.js

Runtime

๐Ÿ

C#

Language

๐Ÿ

C++

Language

๐Ÿ”ฅ

Express

Framework

โšก

FastAPI

Framework

๐Ÿ”„

RESTful API

Design

๐Ÿ”’

JWT

Authentication

๐Ÿ”„

.Net Core

Framework

๐Ÿน

GoLang

Language

๐Ÿ”„

Livewire & Inertia

Library

Frontend Development

โš›๏ธ

React

UI Library

๐ŸŸข

Vue.js

Framework

๐Ÿ’จ

Tailwind

CSS Framework

๐Ÿ“ฑ

Bootstrap

UI Kit

๐ŸŸจ

JavaScript

Language

๐Ÿ”ท

TypeScript

Language

โšก

Next.js

React Framework

๐Ÿ’š

Nuxt.js

Vue Framework

โšก

Vite

Build Tool

๐Ÿ“ฆ

Webpack

Bundler

๐ŸŽจ

Sass/SCSS

CSS Preprocessor

๐Ÿ”ง

ESLint

Code Quality

Database & DevOps

๐Ÿฌ

MySQL

Database

๐Ÿ˜

PostgreSQL

Database

๐Ÿ”ด

Redis

Cache

๐Ÿณ

Docker

Container

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Kubernetes

Orchestration

๐Ÿ”ง

Jenkins

CI/CD

๐Ÿƒ

MongoDB

NoSQL Database

๐Ÿ›‹๏ธ

CouchDB

Document Database

๐Ÿ”ฅ

Firebase

BaaS Platform

โšก

Elasticsearch

Search Engine

๐Ÿš€

GitLab CI

DevOps Platform

๐Ÿ“จ

Kafka

Message Broker

๐Ÿฐ

RabbitMQ

Message Queue

๐Ÿ“ก

Apache Pulsar

Pub-Sub Messaging

๐Ÿ”„

Apache Airflow

Workflow Engine

๐Ÿ“Š

Grafana

Monitoring

๐Ÿ”’

RabbitMQ

Message Queue

Cloud & Security

โ˜๏ธ

AWS

Cloud Platform

๐Ÿ”ต

Azure

Cloud Platform

๐ŸŒ

Nginx

Web Server

๐Ÿง

Linux

Operating System

๐Ÿ”’

Security

Cyber Security

๐Ÿ“Š

Monitoring

Performance

My Articles

Laravel: Why is it Still the King of PHP?
Framework โ€ข 5 minute read

Laravel: Why is it Still the King of PHP?

While the PHP world is constantly evolving, Laravel maintains its throne with its elegance, powerful features, and developer-friendly structure. So what makes it so special?

#Laravel #PHP #WebDevelopment
Soysal Tan

Soysal Tan

August 16, 2025

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Introduction to DevOps: Setting Up CI/CD Pipeline
DevOps โ€ข 4 minute read

Introduction to DevOps: Setting Up CI/CD Pipeline

Automating the deployment process after writing your code is a cornerstone of modern software development. In this article, we'll explore what a CI/CD pipeline is and how to set up a simple automation pipeline.

#DevOps #CI/CD #Automation
Soysal Tan

August 17, 2025

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Web Application Security Best Practices
Security โ€ข 6 minute read

Web Application Security Best Practices

Security should be a top priority in web development. Learn about common vulnerabilities and how to protect your applications from attacks like XSS, CSRF, and SQL injection.

#Security #WebSecurity #BestPractices
Soysal Tan

August 15, 2025

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Building RESTful APIs with Laravel
Tutorial โ€ข 8 minute read

Building RESTful APIs with Laravel

Step-by-step guide to creating robust RESTful APIs using Laravel. Learn about routing, controllers, middleware, and API authentication best practices.

#Laravel #API #REST
Soysal Tan

August 14, 2025

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Docker Containerization Guide
DevOps โ€ข 7 minute read

Docker Containerization Guide

Learn how to containerize your applications with Docker. From basic concepts to advanced deployment strategies using Docker Compose and orchestration.

#Docker #Containerization #DevOps
Soysal Tan

August 13, 2025

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Tutorial
12 min

React.js Fundamentals: Building Modern User Interfaces

Master React.js fundamentals including components, state management, hooks, and modern development patterns for building interactive web applications.

React JavaScript Frontend
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Tutorial
15 min

Node.js and Express.js: Complete Backend Development Guide

Learn to build scalable backend applications with Node.js and Express.js, covering routing, middleware, authentication, and database integration.

Node.js Express Backend
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Tutorial
10 min

Modern JavaScript ES6+ Features Every Developer Should Know

Explore essential ES6+ features including arrow functions, destructuring, modules, async/await, and other modern JavaScript capabilities.

JavaScript ES6+ Frontend
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DevOps
11 min

DevOps Best Practices: Building Efficient Development Workflows

Discover essential DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, monitoring, and automation strategies for modern development teams.

DevOps CI/CD Automation
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My Areas of Expertise

Laravel Development

Development of modern, scalable, and maintainable Laravel applications. API, microservice, and monolithic architectures.

  • RESTful API Design
  • Database Optimization
  • Laravel Livewire & Inertia.js
  • Test-Driven Development

DevOps Consulting

CI/CD processes, containerization, and cloud infrastructure setup. Continuous integration and deployment automation.

  • Docker & Kubernetes
  • AWS & Azure Cloud Architecture
  • Jenkins & GitLab CI
  • Infrastructure with Terraform

Cyber Security

Security audits and hardening for web applications. OWASP Top 10 and secure coding practices.

  • Vulnerability Scanning
  • Code Security Reviews
  • Penetration Testing
  • Security Training

Database Optimization

Database design, performance improvement, and scaling. Expert consulting for SQL and NoSQL databases.

  • MySQL & PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB & Redis
  • Query Optimization
  • Sharding & Replication

Modern Frontend Development

Responsive and user-friendly interfaces. Rapid development with modern JavaScript frameworks and CSS libraries.

  • Vue.js & React
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Progressive Web Apps
  • Animation & Interaction

Performance Optimization

Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks in web applications. Improving speed and user experience.

  • Load Testing & Profiling
  • Caching Strategies
  • CDN Integration
  • Image & Asset Optimization

My Professional Journey

Sep 2021 - Present

Founder

Expozy Technology

Founded and leading a technology company focused on innovative web solutions and digital transformation. Developing cutting-edge applications, managing technical teams, and driving business growth through technology excellence.

PHP Laravel Vue.js React Docker AWS
Feb 2020 - Nov 2022

Software Team Leader

ARMฤฐS BiliลŸim Teknolojileri

Led software development teams in cybersecurity solutions. Specialized in SIEM applications, security monitoring systems, and enterprise-level security infrastructure using cutting-edge technologies.

PHP7+ .NET Core NodeJS ELK Stack Docker Kubernetes Wazuh Grafana
Feb 2019 - Feb 2020

Full Stack Developer

Blesh - ฤฐTรœ Teknokent

Developed IoT solutions and REST API web services. Worked with cutting-edge technologies including microservices architecture, real-time data processing, and cloud infrastructure.

PHP 7+ C# ASP.NET Core NodeJS Vue.js Angular Kafka Redis
Sep 2018 - Feb 2019

Software Developer

Ericsson Turkey & Turkcell

Code analysis & development for Turkey's biggest ICT company Turkcell. Worked on CRM projects, online CRM and ERP solutions development, and next-generation system upgrades.

PHP C# SOAP jQuery ERP CRM AngularJS Vue.js
Sep 2013 - Aug 2018

Software Engineer

AvTรผrk Siber Gรผvenlik & BiliลŸim Hizmetleri

Developed antivirus software and provided customer training. Built online CRM and ERP solutions, developed firewall devices using Linux OS systems, and managed international collaborations.

PHP C# Lua Bash Linux PFSense Laravel Vue.js
Sep 2011 - Aug 2013

Software Developer

4BEM Mรผhendislik BiliลŸim Teknolojileri

Developed ERP and CRM solutions for major companies including OMSAN Logistics and GรœNSAN Electric. Built accounting software, e-commerce platforms, and provided comprehensive customer training.

PHP C# jQuery Laravel CodeIgniter Bootstrap AWS MySQL
Jun 2005 - Jan 2009

Sales and Technical Specialist

Seiko Epson Corporation, Japan

Provided POS support and sales, printer support and sales across Turkey. Worked with a global technology leader known for producing the first printer used in Olympic Games history.

Technical Support Sales POS Systems Hardware
Continuous Learning

Self-Taught Developer & Certifications

Online Learning Platforms & Institutions

Continuously learning and adapting to new technologies. Focused on modern web development, cybersecurity practices, and DevOps methodologies. Active in tech communities and knowledge sharing.

Web Security DevOps Cloud Computing Modern PHP

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