My Story

44 Years of Building.
Now Coding.

From managing mega construction projects across 4 countries to building AI-powered software. A journey of continuous learning, adaptation, and creation.

44+
Years Experience
1.5M
m² Built
4
Countries
PMP
Certified

The Journey

From construction sites to code editors

1983

Career Begins

Started as Site Engineer at OYAK Construction, Ankara

1985

MNG-Günal

Site Engineer for major projects including Hilton Hotel Ankara

1990

ALSIM-ALARKO

Natural Gas Distribution Project, Istanbul

1994

International Expansion

Children Oncological Hospital, Moscow - 80,000 m²

2000

Technical Manager

Metrocity Millennium Project, Istanbul - 210,000 m²

2002

Country Coordinator

Prime Ministry Building & Supreme Court, Kazakhstan

2005

Director Role

Maxima & Armanville Residences, Almaty - 90,000 m²

2012

Project Manager

Grand Gloria Hotel, Batumi - 26,000 m²

2020

Retirement

Concluded 40+ years of construction management

2023

New Chapter

Started learning software development with AI tools

2024

First Product

Launched TraderPath.io - AI-powered trading platform

2025

Building More

Developing BuildForge construction management platform

Why I Started Coding

After decades of managing complex construction projects, I realized that the same principles apply to software: planning, execution, iteration, and continuous improvement.

With AI tools like Claude Code, the barrier to entry has lowered significantly. You don't need to memorize syntax—you need to understand problems and solutions.

My PMP discipline helps me approach software projects methodically. Every bug is a punch list item. Every feature is a work package.

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My Message

"Age is not a barrier. With the right tools and mindset, anyone can build software. I'm proof that it's never too late to learn something new."

Yüksel Arslan
Builder & Developer

Want to Connect?

Whether you're starting your coding journey or want to discuss projects, I'd love to hear from you.