Hikmethan Kolay
I am a computer engineering student passionate about learning new technologies.
Rize, Türkiye

Education
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (2022 - 2027)
3.0 / 4.00 (Current GPA)
Skills
Technical Skills
Java
Junit
VHDL
Spring Boot
JavaScript
NodeJS
ExpressJS
React
HTML
CSS
C
Gtest
MySQL
Software's/Tools
Visual Studio Code
Visual Studio
IntelliJ
GitHub Desktop
CMake
Maven
Docker
WSL
Git
Languages
TurkishNative
EnglishUpper Intermediate
Soft Skills
- Problem Solving: Solved various problems encountered during projects, some lasting days.
- Time Management: Managed project schedules and ensured everything was on time.
- Adaptability: Changed roles and tools according to the needs of the team and project.
Work Experience
TUBİTAK 1001 Scholarship Project
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University, Rize-Turkey
08/2025 – Present
I am currently working as a research fellow on an AI project supported by TÜBİTAK 1001. Within the project, I am responsible for data collection, organization, and storage processes. My work focuses on improving data quality, creating data structures suitable for model training, and developing sustainable data management infrastructures.
2247-C Intern Researcher Scholarship Program
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University, Rize-Turkey
02/2025 – 08/2025
As a Research Intern in the 2247-C STAR Program, I am working on an AI research project at Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University. I contribute to web application design and am solely responsible for backend development using Spring Boot, building APIs and managing database interactions.
Projects / Papers / Awards
Microcontroller Design
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University, Rize-Turkey
08/2024 – 02/2025
- Designed and implemented a low-cost, energy-efficient microcontroller based on CV32E40P RISC-V core architecture with optimized hardware-software integration
- Developed RTL design and functional verification using SystemVerilog and VHDL, implementing system components including memory structures, bus matrices, and peripheral units.
- Conducted comprehensive verification using UVM (Universal Verification Methodology) with SystemVerilog testbenches and performed static timing analysis (STA).
- Integrated specialized hardware accelerators including LDPC encoder compatible with 5G New Radio standards, reducing processor load and enhancing system efficiency.
SafeScript
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University, Rize-Turkey
08/2024 – 02/2025
- Developed a system to evaluate drug suitability, interactions, and compatibility with patient health and allergy history, aiding doctors in prescribing the most appropriate medication.
- Led the backend development using Node.js with Express.js, ensuring secure and efficient data processing.
- Worked closely with team members to design a user-friendly frontend with JavaScript, HTML and CSS.
- Qualified for TÜBİTAK 2209-A and participated in the finals of Teknofest 2024 for the Technology for Humanity category.
Extra Curricular Activities
Society of Computer Engineers
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University
2023 - present
Society of Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University
2024 - present
(Board Member since 2025)
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