About Me
Hi, Iām Kristiyan Michaylov, currently working as a Junior Software Engineer at IKEA in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
My interest in computers began early in childhood. When my father brought our first computer home, I was immediately fascinated by what it could do. That curiosity quickly turned into a love for computer games, and over time, into a deeper interest in software and understanding how computers truly work.
Today, my interests in software engineering span multiple directions. Areas such as software design, project management, software architecture, and web development genuinely excite me. At the same time, I find compilers and programming language design particularly intriguing. Whenever an opportunity arises, I enjoy exploring them further. I strongly believe that successful software development goes beyond technical expertise. Teamwork, planning, and clear communication are just as essential. My goal is to apply my technical knowledge while balancing social and organizational perspectives to create effective and meaningful solutions.
Reading the previous paragraphs might give the impression that my life revolves solely around technology. This is not the case. I am an avid sports fan, especially when it comes to football and volleyball. Those two I enjoy watching whenever possible. Reading is another important part of my daily routine - from technical literature to classic fiction, psychology, and economics. Additionally, I have a deep appreciation for architecture, with Art Nouveau being my favorite style.
I hope this introduction gives you a clear picture of who I am as a person first and foremost.
Personal Mottos
Having some personal mottos or guiding principles in life is crucial. Here are a few that are especially important to me:
- Trust the process.
- Do your best and expect that eventually good things will follow.
- Commit to lifelong learning.
- Focus on what is under yor control and adapt for the rest.
Technologies
Below you can find the technologies I have predominantly worked with.
Languages
Frontend
DevOps & Cloud
Hobbies
- ā½ Sports - Football and volleyball enthusiast
- š Reading - Technical books, classic fiction, psychology, and economics
- š Architecture - Strong appreciation for Art Nouveau
- šµ Music - I enjoy a wide range of genres, including rock, pop, also classical music
- š¬ Movies - Enjoying to watching movies and go to the cinema
Languages
- Bulgarian - Native (C2)
- English - Professional proficiency (C1)
- Dutch - Intermediate (B1)
- French - Pre-Intermediate (A2)