About me
  • Name Bram Kelchtermans

  • Geboortedatum 27/09/1996

  • Phone +32 495 45 85 48

  • E-mail [email protected]

Master Computer Science

Graduated from Hasselt University as a Master in Computer Science (Networking & Security and Engineering Interactive Systems) in 2020. My interests span home automation, automations in general and developing web-applications with affinity to both front-end and back-end development.

Alongside my professional projects, I have a ton of projects done in private. Feel free to check them out in the projects section of this website!

Welcome to my website, below you will find an overview of my skillset and experiences. Feel free to roam around and eventually contact me if you desire my services!

Services

System Engineer

Experienced with various system architectures. Windows, Linux and Android have little secrets for me!

Software Development

Need a software solution for your problem? I have worked with various programming languages and paradigms!

Web Applications

Angular, Lumen, CraftCMS... Or just plain HTML, PHP, CSS and JS? I have worked with all of them!

Networking & Security

Defend your application against penetration attacks, SQL injection and many more vulnerabilities!

Interactive Systems

It's the user that interacts with the software, so it has to be made according to their needs!

Internet of Things

Passionated about the future and the possibilities of the internet of things. Automate a process or even your home!

Skills
Coding
Previous experiences and projects have given me the necessary insights to create a suitable web application for you or your company. I am familiar with the building blocks HTML, PHP, CSS and JavaScript ..., but frameworks such as Angular, CraftCMS, Lumen and WordPress also hold few secrets for me.
Projects at the university and for various companies ensure that I can find an efficient solution to a given problem. Programming in C #, C ++, Java, Python ... is like speaking in my native language.
Those small functions that provide just that little bit extra. JavaScripts on a website or a program in C, I am happy to help you.

I have experience with the following programming languages:

  • .NET
  • C
  • C#
  • C++
  • CSS
  • HTML
  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • PHP
  • Prolog
  • Python
  • R
  • Scheme
  • SQL
  • Twig
  • TwinCAT
  • TypeScript
  • VBA

I have already worked with the following frameworks:

  • Android SDK
  • Angular
  • Arduino IDE
  • CraftCMS
  • Laravel
  • Lumen
  • Qt
  • Unity
  • WinForms
  • Wordpress
  • WPF
Engineering Interactive Systems
The smartphone is now indispensable. As a computer scientist it is therefore important to familiarize yourself with the world of Android Development! My expertise and your idea can together form the perfect Android Application.
As a master in Engineering Interactive Systems I am familiar with programming and wiring Arduino's and other microcontrollers. This makes me capable of making and programming custom smart devices.
As mentioned, I am familiar with making IoT devices. However, this is the first step on the way to a Smart Home. My master's thesis was focused on creating a smart home by the user himself. After all, the computer scientist must be able to make life easier for citizens!
My master's thesis consisted of developing a chatbot for the user of a smart home. This chatbot ensures that the automated behavior can be explained. This project may ask questions like "Why did the lamp turn on?" or "When will the heating come on?" answer and will thus clarify the behavior to the user.
My bachelor thesis consisted of creating electrical circuits using AR. This allows novice electricians to test their circuits before realizing them.
The user is central in the development of software. An application must be intuitive and easy to operate. A good software package can only be obtained if there is close cooperation between customer and developer.
Network & Security
Is your network not working properly? This can be due to various problems. I have knowledge of the right tools and techniques to find and solve problems in a network. From static routing to VLANS, we ensure that the network is free from defects.
It has been said that data is the new oil. This means that this data must be properly secured. With the help of firewalls, cryptography and other measures, we ensure that no unwanted guests enter the network.
In an IoT system it is important that the network is prepared for this. After all, there is a lot of communication between the different devices. Optimizing networks to bear this burden is done at software and hardware level. I can ensure that your network is robust and therefore ready for IoT devices.
A network is of course more than visiting a website or communicating between two devices. How does a CDN work? What is Peer-To-Peer? Where is the cloud where our data is located? I have the answers to your questions!
Personal

I am motivated to help you out with all of your IT-related issues. My passion lies in the field of Smart Homes and the Internet of Things. Considering the future, this hot topic appeals to the imagination of many. I want to make that imagination reality along with you!

Professional experiences
2023 - Today
Full-Stack Developer

Enervalis

Lummense Kiezel 51, Hasselt


As a full stack developer at Enervalis, I contribute to the design and development of software for car charging stations. Using React and NodeJS, I create intuitive front-end interfaces and develop robust back-end functionalities to ensure optimal performance. My role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, supporting Enervalis in delivering innovative and reliable solutions for the electric vehicle charging industry.

2022 - 2023
Full-Stack Developer

Headr

Via Media 4, 3500 Hasselt

Returning back to my passion: developing software! With Headr we build custom software for third-party companies. Building web-applications with React and Laravel, in order to fulfill the client's needs in every possible way.

2021 - 2022
Software/Network Engineer

APG

Oude Lindestraat 70, 6411 EJ Heerlen, Nederland

APG is a pension provider in the Netherlands. They manage their entire IT infrastructure themselves. Because of my background as a Network and Software engineer, I was the perfect person to automate various processes within the company.

2020 - 2021
Junior Test Engineer

Eurofins Digital Testing

Kempische Steenweg 303, 3500 Hasselt

To enhance my software development skills, I wanted to take a look at the other side of the story. After software is developped it has to be tested in multiple ways. Compliance tests, unit tests, user tests... In this manner I wanted to ensure to develop compliant software for the end user.

2018 - 2020
Web Programmer

Headr

Kempische Steenweg 303/200, 3500 Hasselt

Classmates embarked on an adventure and started their own business. They create online platforms to automate business processes. I went along with their dream and helped them develop. I assisted in both the front-end and the back-end development.

2020 - 2020
Home automation

Homee (Headr)

Kempische Steenweg 303/200, 3500 Hasselt

After completing my studies, a fellow student and I tried to start a company around home automation. Our philosophy was to develop a system that learns the user's behavior and then sets up rules. Unfortunately, this project has had to stop due to a budget deficit due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2016 - 2018
.NET Programmer

Hegge

Bosstraat 131, 3930 Hamont-Achel

From small extensions to completely independent applications. This company was looking for suitable software solutions for their specific problems. Since the company had opted for a .NET environment in advance, I tailored my choices to this. In this way I try to strive for maximum compatibility with the existing systems.

2013 - 2016
Web Designer

V2S

Rootenstraat 19 Bus 16, 3600 Genk

Building a website from scratch? This company asked me. Responsive website with CMS system to allow the business manager to easily implement changes.

2012 - 2013
Web Designer

Schouteden bvba.

Den Holdert 6, 3930 Hamont-Achel

The company needed an update to their existing website. For them I provided a renewed portfolio, as well as a contact form.

Education
2018 - 2020
Master computer science

University of Hasselt

Agoralaan gebouw D, 3590 Diepenbeek

After completing my bachelor's degree, I immediately started my master's degree. Since 2020, I can proudly say that I have obtained my degree of Master in computer science. More specifically in the fields Networks & Security and Engineering interactive systems.

2014 - 2018
Bachelor Computer Science

University of Hasselt

Agoralaan gebouw D, 3590 Diepenbeek

Chasing my dream, I started my higher education education. Because I absolutely wanted to get the best out of myself, I started my education at Hasselt University. Since 2018 I can say that I have successfully completed the training.

2008 - 2014
Science-mathematics

Wico Campus Salvator

Collegestraat 25, 3930 Hamont-Achel

I knew early on that I wanted to go into the computer science sector. Still, I wanted a general background to start my academic career. That is why I chose the science-mathematics course.