Hi I'm Ermin 👋

34-year-old software dev in training from Vantaa

I spend free time on code, martial arts, and toddler life.

LĂ€nsi-Uudenmaan hyvinvointialue

LĂ€nsi-Uudenmaan hyvinvointialue

Instructor | 2022 – Present
  • ‱Support youth development through structured learning, mentoring, and growth-focused activities.
  • ‱Teach practical life skills, improve social readiness, and promote societal integration.
  • ‱Collaborate with educators, social workers, and healthcare providers to deliver tailored support.
FAM-Rakennus Oy

FAM-Rakennus Oy

Entrepreneur | 2019 – 2021
  • ‱Managed company administration and handled day-to-day operations.
  • ‱Created promotional materials.
  • ‱Negotiated with suppliers.
Elisa Oyj

Elisa Oyj

Customer Service Representative | 2019 – 2020
  • ‱Provided customer service and sales support in a fast-paced environment.
  • ‱Developed strong negotiation skills and managed challenging interactions.
  • ‱Fostered long-term customer relationships through effective communication.
Smooth Sailin Oy

Smooth Sailin Oy

Entrepreneur | 2015 – 2018
  • ‱Ran an e-commerce business on Amazon, managing product sourcing and pricing.
  • ‱Created marketing materials and product images to boost sales.
  • ‱Performed SEO keyword research and managed paid advertising (PPC).
Telia

Telia

Sales Agent | Apr 2012 – Jul 2013
  • ‱Delivered face‑to‑face support in a busy environment, resolving customer issues on the spot
  • ‱Demonstrated mobile devices, explained service plans, and performed hands‑on tutorials
  • ‱Troubleshot hardware and software problems in‑store, escalating complex issues as needed
BioRex Cinemas Oy

BioRex Cinemas Oy

Sales Clerk / Usher | 2009–2012, 2014–2015
  • ‱Developed customer service skills in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment
  • ‱Assisted with front‑of‑house safety and keeping crowd flow smooth

Recent projects

Open projects
Blog Aggregator

Blog Aggregator

Blog aggregator microservice in TypeScript.

From Boot.dev's curriculum; learned API consumption, feed parsing, and connecting a TypeScript service to PostgreSQL.

Open projects
Pokedex REPL

Pokedex REPL

CLI Pokédex tool built in TypeScript with caching.

Developed as part of Boot.dev’s backend program, focusing on API integration, data parsing, and command-line interactivity.

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Technologies and Languages

Core technologies

Python
TypeScript
Git
SQL
SQL

I am currently focused on building a strong foundation in backend development. Once solid there, I’m expanding into front-end and full-stack architecture, while also exploring my interest in AI and data.

Languages

Finnish —Native
English —Near native
Swedish —Intermediate
Bosnian —Native
Map showing journey from Balkans to Finland

Based in Finland since 1993, with roots in the Balkans.

OTHER SKILLS

Design Skills

DESIGN SKILLS

Visual design and user interface creation skills developed through personal projects and creative work.

Photoshop
Photoshop

Graphic design/editing

Figma
Figma

UI/UX

Graphic Design
Graphic Design

Visual identity