Arnold Smolinka

Istanbul, Türkiye

I do whatever I set my mind to.

What I work with

Experience

BMM BİRLEŞİK MÜTEAHHİTLER MÜŞAVİRLİK İNŞAAT PROJE TESİS KONTROLLÜK DANIŞMANLIK A.Ş.

Coordinator

Sept 2025 - Present

Coordinates financial and accounting procedures

VİZYON DENETİM VE SERBEST MUHASEBECİ MALİ MÜŞAVİRLİK LTD. ŞTİ.

Junior Financial Auditor

Nov 2024 - June 2025

Junior Financial Auditor focused on audits, reports, and fieldwork.

BİLKENT HOLDİNG TEPE İSG HİZMETLERİ A.Ş.

Human Resources Specialist

Sept 2021 - Dec 2023

Responsible for recruitment processes, onboarding, personnel tracking, and HR process optimization.

BİLKENT HOLDİNG TEPE İSG HİZMETLERİ A.Ş.

Data Control Specialist, Human Resources and Admisintrative Affairs Officer

Sept 2020 - Sept 2021

Handles HR tasks, expense payments, document control, and Turkish-English translations.

ZOOM MUSIC

Production Assistant

Nov 2018 - Sept 2020

Manages tour planning, logistics, and technical support, ensuring smooth concert setup, operation, and teardown.

BEDROCK CAVE HOTEL

Night Manager

July 2018 - Sept 2018 and July 2019 - Sept 2019

Oversees staff discipline, daily preparations, guest check-ins/check-outs, and tour and balloon ride sales.

Projects

QMK Firmware for GMMK Numpad

QMK Firmware for GMMK Numpad

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QMK Firmware for Monsgeek M1 V5

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Blogs

April 13, 2025

The Art and Tradition of Turkish Coffee

Introduction Turkish coffee is more than just a beverage—it’s a centuries-old ritual steeped in history, hospitality, and artistry. Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, this method of coffee preparation and sharing is a symbol of friendship and cultural identity across Turkey and beyond. From the first whiff of its rich aroma to the final sip, Turkish coffee offers a sensory journey unlike any other. Advantages / Benefits Rich, Intense Flavor: Finely ground coffee beans brewed slowly create a thick, velvety texture with a robust, concentrated taste.

April 13, 2025

Attack on Fenerbahçe's Bus: A Dark Day for Turkish Football

Introduction April 4, 2015, remains a chilling date in the annals of Turkish football. On that evening, the team bus carrying players and staff of Istanbul giants Fenerbahçe S.K. came under armed attack following an away victory. This wasn’t just an act of hooliganism; it was a targeted assault that shook the foundations of the sport in Turkey and sent ripples of concern across the global football community. The incident, occurring near the city of Trabzon, highlighted the perilous extremes fan rivalry can reach and raised urgent questions about player safety.

April 10, 2025

Flying whales

Introduction Throughout history, the idea of creatures soaring through the skies has fascinated humanity. Among these fantastical beings, flying whales stand out as a particularly majestic and awe-inspiring concept. Combining the immense size and grace of whales with the freedom of flight, they evoke a sense of wonder that transcends the boundaries of reality. Flying whales have appeared in various forms of art, literature, and mythology. From ancient legends to modern fantasy novels and video games, these creatures symbolize the blending of the known natural world with the limitless possibilities of imagination.