Mustafa Duran

Web Developer

Mustafa Duran

Hello, I'm Mustafa! I am a first-year Computer Engineering student at Istanbul University - Cerrahpaşa, driven by a lifelong passion for the technical intersections of Cybersecurity, Control Systems, and Machine Learning. My primary objective is to bridge the gap between computer science and control theory to develop innovative, secure, and optimized solutions for complex dynamic systems. Current Areas of Focus:
🛡️ Cybersecurity: Specializing in network security and digital defense strategies. As a Board Member at IUCYBER, I actively lead community initiatives and technical project development.
🤖 Control & System Theory: Modeling dynamic systems and developing autonomous control mechanisms, with a focus on theoretical and practical integration.
🧠 AI & Machine Learning: Conducting deep dives into Explainable AI (XAI) and implementing solutions using industry-standard libraries like TensorFlow and PyTorch.
💻 Software Development: Building robust technical projects leveraging Python, C++, JavaScript, and Java.

Leveraging my experience in high-impact organizations like Karan UAV Team (Aeronist Aerospace), I thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments. My long-term vision is to contribute to both academia and industry through projects that seamlessly integrate science and cutting-edge technology. If you're looking to collaborate on innovative projects or discuss technology, I'd be thrilled to connect with you. Let's work together to achieve amazing results!

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What I Do

Cybersecurity

I am actively engaged in network security, digital defense, and ethical hacking. With hands-on experience in penetration testing, vulnerability analysis, and security frameworks, I build resilient systems that protect digital assets and user privacy.

UAV Software Development

As a member of the Karan UAV Team, I develop autonomous flight architectures using C++, Python, and ROS. I simulate drone dynamics in Gazebo and implement real-time flight control algorithms for unmanned aerial vehicles.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

I specialize in developing advanced AI solutions, including machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing. By pushing the boundaries of technology, I create innovative and efficient artificial intelligence systems tailored to meet specific needs.

Web Design

I enhance your online presence through modern, intuitive web design. Specializing in UI/UX, I focus on creating user-centered solutions that provide exceptional digital experiences and improve user engagement.

Management

I optimize business operations through effective project management, team leadership, and strategic organization. With strong leadership skills, I ensure the smooth execution of projects, driving successful outcomes and maximizing efficiency.

Testimonials

💬 Testimonials Will Be Updated Soon If you’d like to share your thoughts about my projects or provide feedback, feel free to reach out to me on Instagram. I’d be happy to read your messages and feature them on this page. 😊 📩 Instagram: @mustafaduran_v3

Resume

-- Years of Experience

Education

2025 - 2029

Computer Engineering

İstanbul Üniversitesi-Cerrahpaşa

Focused on autonomous systems and cybersecurity. GPA: 3.64/4.00. Active member of IUCYBER, Karan UAV, and IEEE.

2020 - 2024

High School - Numerical

Dr. Vasıf Topçu Fen Lisesi

Developed analytical thinking, communication, and leadership skills through debate club presidency, volleyball/basketball teams, and maritime/aviation club management.

Experience

Aeronist Aerospace | Karan UAV Team

Oct 2025 - Present

Team Captain

Sep 2026 - Present

Leading the multidisciplinary engineering team (Mechanical, Avionics, Software) for national and international autonomous UAV competitions. Coordinating sprint planning, technical milestones and flight test schedules; overseeing hardware/software integration, flight safety protocols and technical trade-off decisions.

Software & Autonomous System Developer

Oct 2025 - Sep 2026

Developed UAV software for autonomous flight: flight control algorithms in C++ and Python on ROS, PX4/ArduPilot autopilots, computer vision. Ran SITL/HITL tests in Gazebo and FlightGear and served as test pilot. Managed technical content for the team's YouTube channel.

İstec

Jul 2026 - Present

Cyber Security Researcher (Intern)

Analyzing embedded system firmware and identifying security vulnerabilities. Performing in-depth analysis and reporting of firmware images with EMBA (Embedded Analyzer). Researching embedded system and firmware security.

IUCYBER

İÜC Cyber Security Club

Oct 2025 - Present

Board Member

Mar 2026 - Aug 2026

Elected Executive Board Member. Managed club operations, organized technical events and executed strategic goals with the board.

Member

Oct 2025 - Present

Workshops and training on network security, digital defense and ethical hacking with Nmap, Wireshark, Burp Suite and Metasploit.

Coding Skills

JavaScript
60%
DataBase, SQL and etc.
35%
Python
65%
Java
65%
HTML/CSS
70%
C++
50%
C#
40%

AI Skills

Machine Learning (Supervised/Unsupervised)
75%
Deep Learning
70%
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
70%
Data Preprocessing & Feature Engineering
80%
AI Model Evaluation (Cross-validation, Metrics)
75%
Reinforcement Learning
60%
Computer Vision (OpenCV, CNN)
65%
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My phone number is temporarily unavailable. You can reach me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

İstanbul, Turkey

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