Who I Am

2025 · Preparing for International Roles

Blending 10 years of military discipline with modern full-stack engineering, I build reliable and maintainable systems that teams can depend on.

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Focus & Stack

Technical Overview

My work spans both functional and technical aspects of products. I enjoy understanding the business needs as much as building the systems behind them. I care about reliability, clarity and helping teams ship with confidence.

Backend & Architecture: PHP/Symfony, Node.js/Express, API Design

Frontend: React, Vue, Next.js

Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Docker, CI/CD

Soft skills: Mentoring, code reviews, team support

Languages: FR (native), EN (intermediate), KR (studying)

Target: International teams / Korea

Projects

Side projects

A collection of personal projects, some focused on Korea and my long-term relocation plans, others exploring broader software engineering topics. I’m gradually publishing more KR-related content as part of my ongoing journey.

NK Academy, TOPIK Trainer

In progress · 2025
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A natural Korean learning app based on NKA (Natural Korean Acquisition). Weekly content, immersive practice, simple chunks, dialogues, and progressive input to help learners grow from total beginner to TOPIK II level through fun, intuitive learning.

TypeScriptNext.jsReactTailwindCssCI/CDAWS Lightsail

KR-Move Planner

Planned for 2026
Coming soon

KR-Move Planner is an AI-powered relocation assistant for people preparing to move to South Korea under the E-7 visa. It generates a personalized relocation strategy, creates a smart task list, tracks application progress, and provides a clear timeline toward successful expatriation.

TypescriptNext.jsReactNode.js / ExpressJSTailwindCssPostgreSQLOpenAI APIAWS Lightsail
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ScrumForge

Planned for 2026
Coming soon

ScrumForge is a lightweight, self-hosted Scrum management tool that helps teams follow the Scrum Guide with clarity. Create teams, products, backlogs and sprints, manage Scrum events, and track progress through a clean, intuitive interface designed for real-world agile practice.

TypescriptNext.jsReactNode.jsTailwindCssPostgreSQLDockerGithub Container RegistryAWS Lightsail
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New project coming soon

Master Degree OpenClassRoom Projects

Academic projects

Collection of 12 academic projects from the "Expert Développement Logiciel" Master program at OpenClassroom, focusing on advanced software engineering practices and enterprise-level development.

Project 1 - Kick off your software architect training

Planned for 2026
Coming soon

Discover your projects and plan your learning journey.

Project 2 - Test and improve an existing application

Planned for 2026
Coming soon

Implement a new feature in an application, then carry out tests to ensure the code’s maintainability.

Project 3 - Transform the architecture of an existing application

Planned for 2026
Coming soon

Refactored a full-stack application by adopting appropriate design patterns and architectural structure..

Project 4 - Lead the development of a complete full-stack application

Planned for 2026
Coming soon

Led the full development lifecycle of a full-stack application, from architectural design through testing and technical reviews.

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Experience

Career Path

  1. Lead Full-stack Developer @ Send-Up (Cirrusware)

    2025
    • Mentored developers, led code reviews and supported daily issue resolution.
    • Ensured delivery quality and validated releases before client delivery.
    • Coordinated with the CTO, led technical discussions and improved engineering standards.
    • Strengthened workflows with best practices and clear communication.
    • Implemented unit tests and maintained/extended existing APIs.
    PHPSymfonyJavascriptNode.jsVueJSDockerCI/CDAWSGitCodeCatalystCodeArtifact
  2. Full-stack Developer @ Send-Up (Cirrusware)

    2023 — 2025
    • Developed backend features and frontend interfaces.
    • Built a carbon-footprint calculator adopted by multiple agricultural cooperatives.
    • Improved code quality, documentation and internal development standards.
    • Contributed to CI/CD improvements and release validation.
    PHPSymfonyJavascriptNode.jsVueJSDockerGit
  3. Full-stack Developer @ Onepoint

    2023
    • Delivered features in a multi-team engineering environment.
    • Participated in architectural discussions and team coordination.
    • Supported development workflows and contributed to project stability.
    JavaJUnitGit
  4. Full-stack Developer (Volunteer) @ Welygo

    2022
    • Built a full Single Page Application using Next.js.
    • Defined development workflows and validated the technical stack.
    • Wrote user stories and contributed to planning.
    JavascriptReact.jsNextJSTailwindCssGitNotion
  5. Infantry Soldier — Non-Commissioned Officer (Team Leadership) @ French Ministry of Defence

    2013 — 2022
    • Led teams in high-pressure environments with strong discipline and teamwork.
    • Built solid leadership,resilience, and problem-solving skills.
    • Experienced in coordination,training, and operational procedures.
    • Carry forward values ofloyalty,responsibility, and teamsupportinto software engineering.
  6. Apprentice Developer @ Allianz Assurance

    2010 — 2012
    • Developed internal tools for contract management.
    • Assisted senior developers with debugging and maintenance.
    • Produced technical documentation and collaborated with business teams.
    JavaVisual Basic 6SVN
  7. Webmaster @ Sorbonne Nouvelle University

    2010
    • Updated website content and implemented UI improvements.
    • Collaborated with communications teams on digital content.
    HTMLCSSK-SUP

Education & Certifications

Learning journey

🎓 Diplomas

Master’s level degree in Software Development @ OPENCLASSROOMS - WASC accredited institution (USA) (in progress)2026
Web & Mobile Development Program @ O’Clock - (EQF Level 5, Associate level)2022
Associate Degree in Information Systems (Software & Business Applications) @ Infosup - (EQF Level 5)2010–2012

🪖 Military Training

French Army @ Infantry Operational Unit2013–2022

🚀 Certifications (Upcoming)

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (in preparation)2026
AWS Certified Developer - Associate (in preparation)2027
TOEIC English Certification (retake)2026-2027
TOPIK Korean Proficiency Test (in preparation)2026-2027

About Me

I’m a full-stack developer with a structured mindset shaped by 10 years in the French Army. It’s where I learned discipline, calm problem-solving and how to work effectively with a team. I rely on those habits every day in software engineering.

I enjoy building clean and predictable systems, improving workflows and helping teams collaborate smoothly. I like environments where people communicate openly, support each other and keep improving together.

Outside of tech, I’m someone who loves to learn. I’m currently studying Korean and preparing several certifications (TOPIK, TOEIC, AWS and Scrum) as part of my long-term plan to work in South Korea.

And when I’m not coding, you’ll probably find me playing guitar, riding my motorbike or walking my dog. These things keep me grounded and help me balance focus, creativity and a good attitude at work.

Next steps

Let's get in touch.

If you think my profile could be a good fit, I'd be happy to talk about your context: architecture, technical debt, delivery workflow or how I can support the team as a developer and junior lead.

Based in France · open to relocation to South Korea · comfortable in French and English.