Arjen Esen

Curious Mind · Researcher · Builder
Europe/Istanbul

Hello!

I’m a curious mind driven by questions. I explore technology, software, artificial intelligence, science, and the systems behind the world around us. I learn by researching, experimenting, and building — turning ideas into projects and questions into something I can see, test, and understand. I’m always exploring something new, looking for better ways to solve problems, and building along the way.

Research & Projects

DiscoWeb
2024 – Completed
Founder & Lead Developer
  • Built and operate a full-stack Discord platform combining a web dashboard, Discord bot, Activity application, economy system, developer tools, and administrative infrastructure.
  • Designed the system around Next.js, TypeScript, Supabase/PostgreSQL, Discord APIs, and REST services, connecting multiple independently running components through shared backend infrastructure.
  • Developed features including authentication, real-time communication, virtual economy, store and role delivery, analytics, moderation tools, notifications, and scheduled quiz events.
  • Designed a distributed architecture in which the web application, Discord bot, and Activity client communicate through APIs while sharing a common data layer.
  • Learned software architecture, deployment, database design, authentication, API development, and operating production systems through the project.
Arjen Radio
2025 – Completed
Founder & Lead Developer
  • Built and operate a web-based live radio platform designed around continuous audio streaming and a minimal listening experience.
  • Designed the interface and user experience around a focused, immersive radio environment, integrating live audio playback with the platform's visual identity.
  • Developed the application with modern web technologies, focusing on responsive design, audio streaming, and reliable browser-based playback.
  • Designed the project as a lightweight personal broadcasting platform connecting live audio, web technology, and the Arjen brand.
CrewLedger
2025 – In progress
Founder & Lead Developer
  • Built and operate a full-stack construction workforce management platform for managing personnel, attendance, wages, overtime, advances, deductions, contracts, and payroll operations.
  • Designed the system around Next.js, TypeScript, Supabase/PostgreSQL, and modern web technologies, with project-based data management and role-based access control.
  • Developed features including attendance tracking, overtime management, wage calculations, advances, deductions, payroll records, financial reporting, and personnel management.
  • Implemented approval workflows allowing personnel and administrators to review and confirm attendance and overtime records before they are finalized.
  • Developed a dedicated Progressive Web App (PWA) for personnel, providing mobile access to attendance, wages, financial records, and employment information.
MIMO
2026 – In progress
Independent Learning Technology Project
  • Designed and developed a gamified English-learning platform inspired by spaced-repetition learning.
  • Implemented an SM-2-based review system, vocabulary and grammar exercises, reading activities, progress tracking, XP, levels, streaks, and daily goals.
  • Built the platform using Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Supabase/PostgreSQL, and Web Speech API.
  • Explored how software can be used to model learning processes and turn educational concepts into interactive systems.

Studies

I don’t have a formal education path to list here — most of what I know comes from researching, experimenting, and building things myself.

Technical focus

Full-stack platformsBuilding connected systems like DiscoWeb — web apps, Discord bots, Activity clients, and shared backends
Next.js
TypeScript
React
Discord APIs
REST
Authentication
Data & backendShared data layers, real-time features, economies, analytics, and service-to-service APIs
Supabase
PostgreSQL
Node.js
Realtime
APIs
Simulation & visualizationExploring aviation interfaces, flight simulation, Canvas rendering, and geographic math in projects like EFIS
Canvas
Simulation
Navigation systems
Geometry
Human-machine UI
Interactive learning systemsTurning learning ideas into products — spaced repetition, progress systems, and speech-driven practice like MIMO
Spaced repetition
Web Speech API
Tailwind CSS
Gamification
UX for learning
Research & prototypingSelf-directed experiments across AI, software architecture, maps, local knowledge, and real-world systems
Prototyping
Artificial intelligence
System design
Mapping
Experimentation