Egehan KAHRAMAN
egehankahraman0@gmail.com | LinkedIn: egehan-kahraman |
GitHub: VastSea0
Interests
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Large Language Models (LLMs), Natural
Language Processing (NLP), AI for Education, Web Programming, Mobile Programming, Data Science, Ethical AI,
Linguistics
Education
Şehit İlhan Güleç High School, Türkiye
Specialization: Language ("Dil" Track) — Chosen to build a foundation in
Linguistics for Computational research
Notable Coursework (Intensive Language Track):
- Advanced English: 16 hours per week
(Focus on academic writing, linguistics, and literature)
- German: 2 hours per week
- Self-Directed STEM Studies: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Python Programming,
Web and Mobile Programming (Independent study and specialized certifications)
Currently 11th Grade
Years: September 2023 – June 2027 (Expected)
Experience
Founder & Lead Architect | YouthX Research (2024 – Present)
- AI Research Projects (2024): Developed and published AI projects under the YouthX GitHub organization, including
a Custom GPT Trainer and an Image Classification system, demonstrating early applied ML research.
- Hüma (huma-lang) (2023 - Present): Flagship Research: A high-performance Rust-based compiler with Turkish syntax.
Explores the intersection of linguistics and machine execution through hybrid execution (Bytecode VM) to
reduce cognitive load in systems programming.
- Notia Mobile (2025 – Present): Developing a cross-platform mobile application using Flutter and Dart, focusing on
high-performance state management and intuitive UI/UX for user productivity
- Hüma Browser (Evolution): Evolved
the 2024 Teknofest Finalist project into a privacy-centric browser;
transitioned from WebKit to a custom Firefox-based engine (C++/JS)
Interim Developer | PathQuester (August
2025 – Present)
- Enterprise SaaS Architecture: Engineered a centralized membership portal for complex organizational hierarchies
using Next.js 13 and TypeScript
- Security & Access Control: Designed a robust RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) framework with Firebase Admin
SDK
- Data Engineering: Managed database
integrity by developing TypeScript migration scripts and implementing Dual-Write synchronization
Full-Stack Developer | Freelance (Bionluk &
Independent) (June 2023 – Present)
- Custom Web Solutions: Architected
and deployed numerous performance-oriented websites and web applications for various clients using
Next.js, React, and Tailwind CSS
- Mobile Development: Engineered 2
cross-platform mobile applications for freelance clients using Flutter and React Native, focusing on
intuitive UX and high-performance state management
- Technical Maintenance & Component Development: Providing continuous technical services including site-wide bug fixes, performance
optimizations, and building custom React/Next.js components for established businesses
- VERASIS (VEli RAndevu SIStemi): Developed for TUBITAK 2023 as my first professional React project. A comprehensive
school appointment system that streamlined parent-teacher meetings and teacher schedule
management.
Team Captain & Lead Developer | GK-Developers (2025 – Present)
- Teknofest 2026 (Inter-High School UAV Competition - Free
Mission): Reached National Finals as a team after passing report
eliminations; rankings to be announced. (In Progress)
- Teknofest 2026 (Pardus Debugging & Development): Leading the team in the national competition focused on system-level optimization
for the national Linux distribution. (In Progress)
- Madalyon Game Jam - Art Category Winner
(2025): Led a team to develop "Marash's
Gangs" in 48 hours using Godot Engine
Research Projects
Researcher & Participant | AI with Youth (Dr. Emre Dinç
Lab) (August 2025 – Present) AI with Youth is a
prestigious mentorship program and research initiative led by Dr. Emre Dinç, focusing on empowering
young talents in Artificial Intelligence.
- Collaborating with academics and peers to explore ethical AI,
machine learning frameworks, and real-world AI implementations.
- Engaging in advanced AI workshops and contributing to collective
research goals within the program’s scope.
Lead Researcher | Hüma (huma-lang) Programming Language
Architecture YouthX Research | 2024 – Present
- Computational Linguistics: Engineering a high-performance hybrid execution system (Bytecode VM) in Rust to test
linguistic abstraction hypotheses in native-language programming.
- Cognitive Load Analysis: Researching
the impact of native-language syntax on lowering entry barriers and improving developer efficiency in
non-English speaking regions.
- Technical Specification: Authoring a
comprehensive formal specification detailing the language grammar, VM architecture, and compiler
pipeline.
Principal Researcher | Privacy-First Browser Engine
Optimization YouthX Research | 2024 – Present
- Architecture Migration: Conducted
performance and privacy benchmarks while transitioning from Electron/WebKit to a customized
Firefox-based (C++/JS) engine for the Hüma Browser
- Security Benchmarking: Evaluating
browser-level tracking protection mechanisms and resource isolation to ensure user autonomy in localized
environments (National Finalist project)
- Open Source Frameworks: Exploring
the integration of localized privacy tools within the Pardus OS ecosystem
Technical Skills
- Programming Languages: Rust, C++,
Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, C#, GDScript, SQL.
- AI & ML Frameworks: PyTorch,
TensorFlow, scikit-learn, Hugging Face Transformers, Unsloth (LLM Fine-Tuning)
- Database & Cloud: Firebase
(Auth, Admin SDK, Firestore), Sanity CMS, REST APIs, Supabase.
- Software Development: Git, REST
APIs, Next.js (App Router), Node.js, React, Tailwind CSS, Dart (Flutter), GTK4 & libadwaita (Linux
Native), Godot Engine (Game Dev), .NET.
- Tools & Environments: Arch Linux
(Advanced User), Git/GitHub, Docker, Meson/Ninja Build Systems, Flatpak Packaging
- Linguistic Technology: Interpreter Design (AST), Localization (L10n), Prompt Engineering.
Competitions & Awards
Finalist | Teknofest Inter-High School UAV Competition (Serbest Görev Kategorisi)
2026: Successfully passed report eliminations and reached the national
finals; rankings to be announced.
International Conference on Educational Technology and Online Learning (ICETOL
2026): Paper Accepted for Presentation (Bremen, Germany): "A Turkish grammar-aware
approach to introductory programming"
Winner (Art Category) | Madalyon Game Jam: Awarded for the
technical art direction and narrative design of "Marash’s
Gangs" (1920 resistance-themed game) developed in 48 hours using Godot
Engine
Finalist | Teknofest Pardus Error Catching & Suggestion (Hüma
Browser): Developed and presented the "Hüma Browser" as a
privacy-focused solution for the Pardus ecosystem, reaching the national finals
Participant | NASA Space Apps Challenge: Developed
an AI-powered prediction robot and presented the project on local media (Aksu TV)
Certifications & Courses
Self-Directed Technical Mastery: Acquired advanced
proficiency in System Programming (Rust/C++), Mobile Development (Flutter/Dart), and Cloud Infrastructure
through intensive independent study and project-based learning
Next.js & Modern Web Architecture: Mastered
full-stack development patterns, including Server Components and advanced RBAC systems, via independent
research and industry-standard documentation
GençTek 2025 - Ankara Great Summit (MEB YEĞİTEK): Attended the 1st National GençTek Summit in Ankara, engaging in peer learning
models, AI workshops, and high-level networking within the national IT ecosystem
Teknofest Participation & Achievement Records:
- Certificate of Finalist: Awarded for
reaching the national finals in the Pardus Error Catching & Suggestion track (2024)
- Certificates of Participation: Received for competing in three different Teknofest cycles (2024, 2025, 2026),
demonstrating consistent technical growth and commitment to national technology competitions
Publications & Contributions
Conference Paper: "A Turkish grammar-aware approach to introductory
programming"
- Accepted for presentation at ICETOL 2026, Bremen, Germany.
Research focusing on the intersection of linguistics and introductory programming pedagogy.
Technical Writing & Technology Blogging (2021 – Present)
- VastSea Tech Blog: Founder and lead
editor of a personal technology blog focusing on programming tutorials, OS reviews, and software trends
since 2021
- Medium Author: Publishing technical
articles on Medium (@egehankhrmn), covering modern development frameworks, and Next.js best
practices.
Technical Documentation | Hüma (huma-lang) Programming Language
- Authored the complete technical manual for Hüma, detailing
the Bytecode VM architecture, Turkish-based syntax grammar, and native Rust compilation pipeline.
Open-Source Advocacy & Localization
- Actively contributing to global GitHub repositories by providing
Turkish localization (l10n) to improve software accessibility
- Technical contributor to the Pardus Forum, delivering
troubleshooting scripts and optimization guides for the national Linux distribution
Digital Cultural Heritage (Case Study)
- Published a detailed development log for "Marash's Gangs" on Itch.io, documenting the
integration of historical narratives into the Godot Engine (Awarded for Art Category)
Extracurricular Leadership, Volunteering & Outreach
- LÖSEV (The Foundation for Children with Leukemia) Volunteer
Founder & Instructor | Web Development & Coding
Workshop Şehit İlhan Güleç High School |
2025 – Present
- Peer education: Initiated and led a comprehensive Web Development course for a cohort of 15-20
students, teaching the fundamentals of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Curriculum design: Developed a
hands-on curriculum focused on project-based learning, guiding peers through the process of building
their first functional websites
- Mentorship: Acted as a technical
mentor for students, fostering a collaborative coding environment and promoting STEM interest within a
specialized language-track class environment