Welcome to the very first post on my personal portfolio! This piece holds a special place in my heart because it marks the beginning of a blog on a platform I had so much fun designing and building.
Why and how did I decide to study Industrial Engineering?
For as long as I can remember, designing things and solving problems have been the core of who I am. Whether it was the creativity I poured into playdough sculptures in kindergarten or a rather unusual milestone at age five: learning how to "talk to myself" in my head. I remember everyone talking about this magical thing called an "inner monologue" that no one else could hear. Being a child, I was obsessed with figuring out how to do it, spending weeks "troubleshooting" until I finally mastered it. Looking back, I think that was my very first experience with problem-solving.
In middle school, for a technology and design project, I noticed my mother’s eyes watering every time she chopped onions for our morning menemen. My solution? I designed "tear-free onion goggles." My teacher actually tested them by having me chop an onion in class—and not a single tear was shed! Later, at the start of university, I launched my "30 Coupons Before 30" project to solve a more abstract problem: making life more meaningful and intentional.
So, why Industrial Engineering? While I’ve always been creative, I didn’t feel a calling toward Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. I was interested in Computer Science, but at the time, I didn't want to be tethered solely to a desk. I wanted a role where I could interact with people on the production floor while focusing on efficiency and continuous improvement. IE felt like the perfect bridge.
The Pivot: Why a Master’s in Computer Science?
To be honest, a part of me always wondered "what if" regarding Computer Science. This curiosity turned into a passion during my IE degree when I took programming and database courses. I realized I had a natural aptitude for coding and architectural design. That spark never went away; it only grew stronger, eventually leading me to pursue a Master’s in Computer Science (Informatik).
Today, my goal is to deepen my technical expertise and serve as a creative bridge between Industrial Engineering and Computer Science. I want to build solutions that aren't just efficient, but truly helpful for society and humanity. :)