Melek Gürel

Software Developer with nearly 4 years of professional experience developing backend applications, primarily with C#, .NET, .NET Core, and ASP.NET Core Web API. Experienced in building RESTful APIs and maintainable backend services using Clean Architecture, Microservices, CQRS, MediatR, Entity Framework Core, SOLID principles, Dependency Injection, and Repository Pattern. Hands-on experience with RabbitMQ and the Outbox Pattern for asynchronous messaging, Redis for distributed caching, Docker, and data management across SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.

Also experienced in React, React Native, TypeScript, and JavaScript, enabling end-to-end contribution when required. Domain experience includes healthcare technologies, HL7 FHIR integrations, AI-powered applications, and e-commerce systems.

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER at PERSONAL PROJECT (IN DEVELOPMENT) (2026 – Present)

• Developed backend services and RESTful APIs using C# and ASP.NET Core Web API.
• Built modular service components using Clean Architecture, CQRS, and MediatR.
• Implemented asynchronous inter-service messaging using RabbitMQ and the Outbox Pattern.
• Used Redis for distributed caching to reduce repeated data access and improve application performance.
• Performed data modeling and data management using SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB and used Docker for container-based development and testing.
• Integrated OpenAI APIs and developed React/React Native interfaces for PDF analysis, laboratory result comparison, healthcare data visualization, and AI-powered experiences.

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER at IMAGERAD SOFTWARE INC. (2023 – 2025)

KOC HEALTHCHAIN – AMERICAN HOSPITAL

• Developed, enhanced, and maintained C#/.NET Core and ASP.NET Core Web API services for healthcare applications, including new endpoints, business-rule changes, integrations, and bug fixes.
• Built maintainable backend components using Clean Architecture, CQRS, MediatR, Repository Pattern, and Dependency Injection.
• Developed and integrated RESTful APIs for communication between mobile applications and backend services, and integrated an AI-powered healthcare chatbot into mobile application workflows.
• Contributed to microservices-based asynchronous messaging processes using RabbitMQ and the Outbox Pattern.
• Used Redis for distributed caching across multiple projects to reduce repeated data access and support application performance.
• Worked with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB for data access, query development, and data management.
• Supported application development and deployment processes in Docker-based containerized environments.
• Contributed to healthcare mobile applications using React Native and TypeScript, including patient, prescription, laboratory, operation, and appointment modules.

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER at KSO IT COMMERCE LTD. ŞTİ. (KABASAKALONLINE / OYUNCUMARKET) (2021 – 2022)

• Developed backend services using C#, ASP.NET Core Web API, Entity Framework Core, and MediatR.
• Developed RESTful APIs, implemented SQL Server database operations, and documented and tested APIs using Swagger (OpenAPI).
• Implemented JWT Authentication, Dependency Injection, CORS policies, and AutoMapper to support secure and maintainable service development.
• Contributed to high-traffic e-commerce applications using React, building responsive component-based interfaces and REST API integrations.
• Implemented frontend performance optimizations including Lazy Loading, Code Splitting, and Memoization, and managed application state using Context API and Redux.

TRADE MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE (TMR) at BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO (2017 – 2021)

• Analyzed customer sales data, market dynamics, and sales potential to develop data-driven commercial action plans.
• Planned and optimized the allocated trade marketing budget based on analytical insights at the customer level, contributing to improved sales performance.
• Planned and executed commercial campaigns to increase sales volume and market share.
• Coordinated the sales team under my responsibility, ensuring target achievement while monitoring team performance.
• Analyzed regional sales performance based on KPIs, prepared regular reports, and provided recommendations for improvement.
• Strengthened customer relationships, contributing to the development of sales opportunities and the sustainability of long-term business partnerships.

Mathematics (Completed up to the 3rd Year) – MUĞLA SITKI KOÇMAN UNIVERSITY