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Hi there, I'm Karol Binkowski ⚡

Full-stack developer who delivers value through high innovation, strategic thinking, and technical quality

I combine technical expertise with rapid learning and proactive problem-solving. Currently working with Python (Django) at Montrose Software, while exploring ML/AI systems through side projects (Flask + AWS).

🔭 Current Focus

  • Building scalable systems with Python (Django, Flask) and modern architectures
  • Exploring ML/AI integrations and serverless patterns on AWS
  • Performance optimization and infrastructure cost reduction
  • Implementing clean architecture, DDD, and event-sourcing patterns

💼 Professional Experience

  • Backend Developer at Montrose Software (Python, Django, PHP)
  • Frontend Developer at dsplce.co (Vue.js, Component Libraries, Cloud Functions)
  • Full-stack Developer at ONX IT Software House (Laravel, Vue.js)
  • Self-employed B2B Contractor at Binitive (open to collaboration)
  • Freelance Full-stack Developer - Multiple clients across industries

🎯 Recent Impact

  • 95% test suite performance optimization (10 minutes → 30 seconds)
  • 70% infrastructure cost reduction through cloud migration
  • 80% faster developer onboarding via containerization
  • Zero-downtime deployments and production stability
  • 5+ security vulnerabilities resolved in authentication systems

🛠️ Technical Toolkit

Frontend

React Vue.js TypeScript Next.js Tailwind CSS

Backend

Python Django FastAPI Node.js PHP Laravel

Database & Caching

PostgreSQL MySQL Redis MongoDB

Cloud & DevOps

AWS Docker Linux Git Vim

Architecture & Testing

GraphQL REST Microservices Pytest Jest

🎓 Certifications

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner - Amazon Web Services
  • CS50's Introduction to Computer Science - Harvard University

💡 How I Work

I learn new technologies quickly and ship them to production. High proactivity—I go beyond my job description to deliver business value at the company level. Strong problem-solving through pattern recognition and strategic execution.

Team feedback: "Sets the bar high and inspires the team"

"Understanding how something works is more valuable than knowing that it works." - Aditya Y. Bhargava

🚀 What's Next

Seeking senior full-stack, frontend, or backend engineering roles—ideally combining React (frontend) with Python or TypeScript (backend). Particularly interested in product companies building data-driven or AI-enhanced systems.

Open to: Remote-first positions | International opportunities | B2B contracts

📫 Connect With Me

LinkedIn Email Portfolio


💼 Currently @ Montrose Software | 🌍 Based in Cracow, Poland | ⚡ Let's build something great together

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