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Sadik Bulut

Sadik Bulut

Learning Ecosystems Architect, Director of Instructional Design

Washington, DC - Baltimore, MD
Employed Open to opportunities
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With a strong background in IT encompassing system administration, pedagogy, and data analytics, a professional specializes in educational technology and IT project management. As an experienced educator and certified Cloud Architect, fostering innovation through effective collaboration, delivering solutions across system administration, cloud computing, and program management.

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Experiences
  • Execute cloud projects, including DevOps projects on GitHub, continuous deployment with AWS Amplify, WordPress sites hosted on AWS LightSail, and the implementation of CloudFront distributions for optimal performance and user experience, along with managing over 30+ domains.
  • Develop web applications using the Next.js framework and React, creating modern, dynamic, and responsive web solutions for both web and mobile platforms.
  • Design, manage, and maintain four WordPress websites, overseeing API integrations, managing plugins, and ensuring regular updates for optimal performance and security.
  • Manage the AI and Cybersecurity curricula of the academy, deliver instructional design and technology services to enhance the quality of online offerings, oversee course development projects on the LMS, and manage technology integrations.
  • Identify, write, and apply for grants and technology credits, resulting in one grant becoming a finalist and securing two technology credits, achieving over $11,000 in additional revenue in the first two months.
  • Develop several AI products, creating an additional revenue stream for the company. These products include AI-powered Chatbots for websites, internal digital assistants trained on company documents, and AI-powered email responders.
  • Migrated 30+ advanced graduate-level courses, implementing innovative instructional design strategies, complemented by multimedia technologies for a consistent and engaging learning experience.
  • Created PowerBI dashboards using LMS data and demographic information, displaying learning analytics in a dynamic visual format to facilitate informed decision-making.
  • Developed and maintained a resource website using WordPress, to serve as a centralized hub for aggregating program-specific, university-wide learning materials, and open-source resources.
  • Created an e-portfolio platform to assess fellows' proficiency in program outcomes, while efficiently collecting, organizing, and managing portfolio deliverables.
  • Established a comprehensive tracking system utilizing the Lists in SharePoint to effectively monitor Capstone projects spanning multiple semesters.
  • Researched and leveraged VR technology to create an immersive virtual world for hosting MEHP’s Biennial Conference, attracting an audience of 200 faculty, fellows, alumni, community members.
  • Provided 24/7 support, including afterhours, accommodating the demanding schedules of faculty and fellows who required technology support and guidance.
  • Collaborated with faculty to maintain, revise, and update all MEHP Program courses, ensuring course integrity through systematic design approaches, clear standards, objectives, and outcomes.
  • Administered Learning Management Systems for fully online and in-person course delivery, managing migration projects and ensuring smooth daily operations.
  • Led course development, training projects, and collaborated with SMEs as Quality Matters Site Coordinator.
  • Provided comprehensive end-user support, handled administrative tasks, and supervised the student staff support team.
  • Managed projects, including the implementation of a light board for enhanced lecture recording capabilities.
  • Oversaw the design and outfitting of an auditorium for synchronous online courses, involving tasks such as vendor evaluation, selection, and pricing negotiation.
  • Managed installation, maintenance, and regular updates of servers supporting 90+ Windows and Mac PCs, encompassing user rights, active directory, application and web servers, storage solutions, and comprehensive data security and user policies.
  • Led the installation and administration of server rooms, server parks, and network routers across 4 campus buildings, ensuring seamless connectivity and data management.
  • Guided the management of wired and wireless campus networks, delivering technical training, and supervising a team of six IT professionals, ensuring optimal network performance.
  • Facilitated classroom technology initiatives, maintained educational technology systems, and designed and deployed innovative web-based applications to enhance educational experiences.
  • Provided expert consultation for over 5 years on cutting-edge classroom technology, mobile device management, interactive learning equipment, and similar projects contributing to the advancement of educational technology initiatives.
  • Developed a web-based learning management system and created educational web apps.
  • Taught computer science, collaborated with subject-area teachers for tech-integrated curriculum.
  • Upgraded and managed IT infrastructure of the school, and implemented classroom tech projects, including computer lab designs.
  • Installed and maintained Microsoft Windows servers to uphold the integrity of the school's network, effectively managed active directory, user accounts, and associated user policies.
  • Taught technology courses, developed curriculum, and aided in tech integration school wide.
  • Upgraded and managed school's IT infrastructure and web-mastered the school website.
  • Managed school's network and server park, including a Linux server.
Education

Post Graduate Program in AI & ML

UT Austin, McCombs School of Business

► Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Computer Vision, NLP
► AI & ML Business Applications: Enhancing Decision-Making, and Driving Innovation
► Advanced Data Science: Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), Sentiment Analysis
► Ranked in the top 10, out of a cohort of 88 students in the program

PhD in Learning Methodologies

Assumption University of Thailand

► Dissertation: Development of an E-Learning System to Enhance Online Learners' Academic Self-Efficacy in a Symbiotic Learning Environment
► Research Interests: Social and Mutual Learning, Symbiotic Learning, Personal Learning Network, Learning Analytics, Adaptive Learning, Assessment of Learning Outcomes
► A dissertation-based research degree with 4 years of research work
► U.S. Degree Equivalency Evaluation Available on Request

Master of Arts in Management

Fatih University, Istanbul, Turkey

► Major: Business Management
► Capstone: Efficiency Analysis of Businesses by Using the Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) Model
► Total Credit Earned: 30
► Cumulative GPA: 3.50
► U.S. Degree Equivalency Evaluation Available on Request

Bachelor of Education in Technology Education

Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey

► Major: Computer Technology Education
► Specialization: Control Systems Engineering
► Total Credit Earned: 140
► Cumulative GPA: 3.27
► U.S. Degree Equivalency Evaluation Available on Request
Skills

Certifications

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate (SAA-C03)
    Year obtained: 2024
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02)
    Year obtained: 2023
  • Microsoft Certified System Administrator
    Year obtained: 2004
  • MCSA Messaging Specialist (MCSA-M)
    Year obtained: 2004
  • Microsoft Certified Professional
    MCID: 3019753
  • Microsoft Certified Innovative Educator (MIE)
    Since 2020
  • State of California Preliminary Teaching Credential for Technology Education
    Year obtained: 2005
  • State of Colorado Initial Teacher License for Instructional Technology
    Year obtained: 2008

Core Competencies

  • Machine Learning, Data Sciense, AI
  • Cloud Computing (AWS & Azure)
  • Security & Compliance
  • Project Management
  • DevOps & CI/CD
  • Data Analytics & Visualization
  • Adaptability & Continuous Learning
  • Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving
  • Collaboration & Communication

Coding and Debugging

  • Scripting Languages
    • Python, Bash, Node.js, React
    • Automation, API, IaC
    • SQL, JSON, YAML
  • Data Science
    • NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, Seaborn
    • TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, Keras
    • OpenAI API, AWS Bedrock, AWS SageMaker
    • Power BI, Tableau, Plotly, Qlik Sense
  • SQL & NoSQL Databases
    • MySQL, PostgreSQL, Aurora, MariaDB
    • DynamoDB, MongoDB, DocumentDB
  • Web Development
    • HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript
    • Visual Studio, Cursor, GitHub
  • Content Management Systems
    • WordPress, Joomla, PHP-Nuke, Drupal
    • Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard Learn
    • D2L Brightspace, Teams
Interests

Memberships

  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) since 2003 » [Member ID#: 3019753]
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) Member, since June 2019
  • Quality Matters Instructional Designers Association (QM IDA) Member, Higher Education, since June 2018
  • University Professional and Continuing Education Association (UPCEA) Member » [Member ID#: 43845]
  • The Association for Talent Development (ATD) Professional Member » [Member ID#: 11159971]
  • United States Distance Learning Association​ (USDLA) Member » [Member ID#: 8428]
  • The Learning Guild Associate Member since 2015

Hobbies

  • Swimming, Hiking, Trekking, Traveling, Laser Tag, Robotics, Technology, Fixing things
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