Dean Marinov

Software Engineer | Solution Architect | Applications Developer | Full Stack Developer

Common C# / ASP.NET Stack

C# / .NET 10
ASP.NET Core (Web API)
Entity Framework Core
SQL Server
Docker
CI/CD (GitHub Actions)

Common Node.js / Express Stack

Node.js 22 LTS
Express.js
MariaDB
Knex.js
JWT
Docker

About me

Technical Identity

I design and build web-based products and internal software solutions with a strong focus on system integration and infrastructure awareness. My primary stack is .NET, ASP.NET, and C#, complemented by practical experience in Node.js and JavaScript.

I am particularly interested in backend-driven web architectures, API integration, automation, and deployment-related configuration. My work typically spans from application logic to server configuration, database handling, and secure production setup.

I approach development as an engineering discipline: building reliable systems, understanding the full stack, and taking responsibility beyond isolated code fragments.

Professional Experience

Web & Product Development

Built and deployed an e-commerce platform using PrestaShop, including Apache configuration, database setup, SSL certificate integration, and Stripe payment processing.
Developed an Outlook add-in to synchronize calendar data with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
Implemented an Excel add-in that automated statistical reporting and published results to a browser-based environment.
Worked as a form developer and created internal administrative automation scripts.

Professional Experience

System Integration & Infrastructure

Configured web servers and handled deployment-related tasks.
Integrated third-party services and APIs.
Worked within business software ecosystems and enterprise environments.
Gained insight into complex healthcare software systems such as CareCenter.

Support & Operational Insight

Handled second-level support responsibilities, resolving technical issues and analyzing system-level problems.

Independent Engineering Work

In addition to my professional work, I continuously develop independent projects.

I maintain my own technical blog built with Node.js and JavaScript. I develop custom Firefox extensions tailored to my workflow and productivity needs. I also engage in game modding and participate in computational number theory initiatives such as GIMPS.

Some open-source projects linked here were discontinued due to external decisions (e.g., business closure or non-deployment by the operator). These projects will be integrated into my domain as technical showcases.

My independent work reflects intrinsic motivation, curiosity, and long-term commitment to engineering beyond employment contexts.

Current Direction

I am seeking a developer position in a product-oriented environment where I can take ownership of technically demanding projects.

My primary interest lies in .NET / ASP.NET / C# based development, while remaining open to modern web stacks such as Node.js when architecturally appropriate.

I am particularly motivated by roles that combine backend engineering, system integration, and infrastructure awareness.

I actively leverage modern AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini to increase development velocity while maintaining architectural control and technical responsibility.

Companies I Worked With

Schools I've visited

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

Bootstrap

Python

C# / .NET

ASP / ASP.NET Core

Entity Framework

SQL

Perl

Node.js

Angular

Docker

GitHub

Linux

CI/CD

Jira / Confluence

Scrum

Projects

Blog Development

This project is completed and now runs as my own production blog on my self-managed server. It includes domain setup, secure hosting configuration, database implementation, integrated AI functionality, and ongoing SEO-oriented technical maintenance.

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Webshop Platform

A full-stack e-commerce platform: an ASP.NET Core 10 REST API and admin area (EF Core 10, Identity, rate limiting, concurrency-safe stock, Austrian VAT invoicing, GDPR export) and an Angular 22 storefront with server-side rendering, Signal Forms and three interchangeable design themes. Built for security (CSP with nonces, CSRF protection) and accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA, automated axe checks), runs with Docker and Caddy, and is covered by more than 750 automated unit, integration and end-to-end tests.

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Mansus – Medieval Economy Simulation

A long-term solo game project in Unity 6 and C#: an economic and feudal simulation set in the Middle Ages that focuses on depth and historical accuracy rather than graphics. The simulation core is plain C# without engine dependencies, enforced through assembly definitions. It is deterministic and unit-tested, which enables headless balancing runs across centuries of game time, and includes a historically accurate Julian and liturgical calendar.

Private repository – code available on request

Cafe Fokus Website

The Cafe Fokus website was technically completed as a full project draft, including design and content structure with responsive usability. It is currently not launched in production because the operator mainly communicates via Instagram and does not need an active website at the moment. Some business placeholders (for example phone details) therefore remain intentionally unfinished.

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Blazor ViewModel Testing

In this open source project, I am testing and improving the ViewModel logic of a C# Blazor application. Using MSTest and Moq, I create unit tests to ensure that business logic works reliably and is easy to maintain. This project may no longer be actively maintained and is provided as a technical reference.

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.NET Mapping Tests

This open source project focuses on testing mapping logic in a .NET Core application using MSTest. Its aim is to write unit tests for complex business logic, ensuring code reliability and maintainability. This project may no longer be actively maintained and is provided as a technical reference.

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Quake 4 Automod

Quake 4 Automod is a personal game-modding project. Development is currently on hold due to limited time and uncertainty if I would continue, but the repository remains available as a technical reference.

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Online Shop

From intuitive product presentation and secure payment (STRIPE) integration to a scalable backend and GDPR-compliant data handling, mysurface.shop was built as a reliable shopping experience aligned with modern customer expectations. (Sadly the shop was taken down by the owner)

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Dean Marinov

About me

Technical Identity

Professional Experience

Professional Experience

Independent Engineering Work

Current Direction

Companies I Worked With

WienIT

StandardIT Business Solutions

Trendwerk

Schools I've visited

Spengergasse.at

University of Vienna

BBRZ

Skills

Projects

Blog Development

Webshop Platform

Mansus – Medieval Economy Simulation

Cafe Fokus Website

Blazor ViewModel Testing

.NET Mapping Tests

Quake 4 Automod

Online Shop

Contact