Mert Ozkan

Experience Level

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Language

English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Frontend Developer at MCO DEV
January 1, 2023 - Present
Founded and run MCO DEV, a London-based web development business delivering bespoke websites and web applications for clients. Built responsive, high-performance apps using React, Next.js and Tailwind CSS; led front-end architecture and implementation; automated workflows with n8n; delivered client training and on-boarding; managed end-to-end project lifecycle from planning to deployment and support.
IT Trainer at Grifa Web Development
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Delivered training in front-end technologies and IT topics to students in Istanbul; prepared course materials and practical sessions; supported learners to improve outcomes.
IT Trainer at Learn Direct
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
Taught IT training courses in London, focusing on foundational web technologies and digital skills.
Frontend Developer at Lein Digital
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Developed frontend web applications for international clients across Europe and the Middle East, building dynamic interfaces with React and Next.js, and delivering responsive experiences while collaborating with designers and stakeholders.
Web Developer / Designer at Grifa Web Development
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Designed and developed client websites and applications, implementing responsive layouts and accessible components for a diverse range of projects.
Founder & Web Developer at TRIOS
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Founded a web development business delivering bespoke websites and web applications for clients, coordinating design and development to meet client branding and user experience goals.
Frontend Developer at Lean Digital
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Built frontend features for web apps and sites in Istanbul, focusing on responsive UI, accessibility, and performance using React, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Collaborated with designers to implement pixel-perfect interfaces.
Founder at Trios
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2015
Founded and ran a web development business delivering bespoke websites and apps, managing client engagements, design and development workflows, and ensuring high-performance, responsive solutions across Europe.
Web Developer at Grifa Web Development
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Built responsive websites, front-end features, and CMS integrations for Istanbul-based clients.

Education

BSc (Hons) Computing & IT at The Open University
January 11, 2030 - April 15, 2026
BSc (Hons) Computing & IT at The Open University
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
BTEC National Diploma in Computing & IT (Level 3) at North London College
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
BTEC First Diploma in ICT (Level 2) at North London College
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
IT Trainer at Learn Direct – London, UK
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012
BSc (Hons) Computing & IT at The Open University – United Kingdom
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
BTEC National Diploma in Computing & IT (Level 3) at North London College
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
BTEC First Diploma in ICT (Level 2) at North London College
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
BTEC National Diploma in Computing & IT (Level 3) at North London College — Holloway, London
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
BTEC First Diploma in ICT (Level 2) at North London College — Holloway, London
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
BSc (Hons) Computing & IT at The Open University
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Qualifications

Cisco Network Essentials
April 13, 2026 - April 15, 2026
Cisco Network Essentials
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment