--- title: Gkogktzilas description: Nikos Gkogktzilas - Software Development --- [Skip to content](https://gkogktzilas.dev#main-content) [![gkogktzilas_logo_big](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/gkogktzilas_logo_big.png?width=1499&height=329&name=gkogktzilas_logo_big.png "gkogktzilas_logo_big")](https://gkogktzilas.dev) - [Blog](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog#blog) ![profile_header-2](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/profile_header-2.png?width=550&height=550&name=profile_header-2.png) Solving Problems Through Code # Software Development by Nikolaos Gkogktzilas Welcome to my corner of the internet. I'm Nikos, a dedicated backend software developer with a passion for crafting efficient and scalable solutions. With years of experience in the industry, I specialize in architecting the backbone of web and mobile applications. From database design to server optimization, I handle it all. If you're looking for a reliable partner to bring your project's server-side to life, you're in the right place. Get in touch [Download CV](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hubfs/CV_Nikolaos_Gkogktzilas.pdf?hsLang=en) Skills ## I have learned a thing or two ### PHP/Symfony I have used PHP/Symfony for the last years. Have become very familiar with many of the commonly used packages. Additaly familiar with Laravel and CraftCMS. ### SQL I have used sql for literally every kind of project I have done. From side project to enterprise apps. So I have played with most of the major versions MySql, MariaDB, PostgreSQL. ### Linux Several years of experience using multiple distros like Ubuntu, CentOS, Rocky both for personal and professional projects. Not a kernel developer but i can work my way around it :P ### Public/Private Cloud I have worked in a hosting provider managing servers but also worked in many companies working with public clouds like AWS and Google Cloud. Valuable experience to see both sides of the hosting world. ### Data Science Gained valuable knowledge in the process of creating ELT data pipelines with tools like Airflow and Kimball's dimentional modeling while creating an analytics platform for one of my employers. ### Team Leadership With my years of experience i can help teams with technical leadership and decision making as well as day to day management using Scrum and Agile principles. Education # Formal Education and Professional Development | ###   Diplomas | | | --- | --- | | ![tei_serrwn_logo_en](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/tei_serrwn_logo_en.png?width=241&height=191&name=tei_serrwn_logo_en.png) | # Bachelor in Informatics and Communications 2011 - 2018 , TEI of Central  Macedonia - Serres The aim of the Department of Computer, Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering is to provide high-level education, creating engineers with high-level knowledge, skills and competences in science and in information technology, computers and telecommunications. | |   | | | ![ihu_logo](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/ihu_logo.png?width=434&height=144&name=ihu_logo.png) | # Master in Banking, Financial Technology (FinTech) and Risk Management 2023 - Present, International Hellenic University - Thessaloniki The International Hellenic University (IHU) MSc in Banking, Financial Technology and Risk Management programme is designed to offer graduates a thorough understanding of theory and practice in the areas of banking, financial technology (Fintech) and risk management. The programme provides graduates with a key set of skills and the real-world knowledge crucial to achieving success in their chosen career. | | ###   Certificates | | | ### ![lfcs_logo](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/lfcs_logo.png?width=150&height=150&name=lfcs_logo.png)   | # Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) 2023 - Present, Linux Foundation - Online (WIP) The Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) exam is ideal for candidates looking to validate their ability to proficiently install, configure, and operate Linux-based systems, whether on-premises or cloud-based. | | ### ![terraform_cert_logo](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/terraform_cert_logo.png?width=180&height=180&name=terraform_cert_logo.png)   | # HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (003) 2023 - Present, Certmetrics - Online (WIP) Terraform Associate certification is for Cloud Engineers specializing in operations, IT, or development who know the basic concepts and skills associated with HashiCorp Terraform. | | ### ![aws-architect-cert-logo](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/aws-architect-cert-logo.png?width=190&height=190&name=aws-architect-cert-logo.png)   | # AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional 2023 - Present, AWS - Online (WIP) This credential helps certified individuals showcase advanced knowledge and skills in providing complex solutions to complex problems, optimizing security, cost, and performance, and automating manual processes. |   Education # Formal Education and Professional Development | ###   Diplomas | | | --- | --- | | ![tei_serrwn_logo_en](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/tei_serrwn_logo_en.png?width=241&height=191&name=tei_serrwn_logo_en.png) | # Bachelor in Informatics and Communications 2011 - 2018 , TEI of Central  Macedonia - Serres The aim of the Department of Computer, Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering is to provide high-level education, creating engineers with high-level knowledge, skills and competences in science and in information technology, computers and telecommunications. | |   | | | ![ihu_logo](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/ihu_logo.png?width=434&height=144&name=ihu_logo.png) | # Master in Banking, Financial Technology (FinTech) and Risk Management 2023 - Present, International Hellenic University - Thessaloniki The International Hellenic University (IHU) MSc in Banking, Financial Technology and Risk Management programme is designed to offer graduates a thorough understanding of theory and practice in the areas of banking, financial technology (Fintech) and risk management. The programme provides graduates with a key set of skills and the real-world knowledge crucial to achieving success in their chosen career.   |   ![shcc](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/shcc.png?width=545&height=150&name=shcc.png) ![transip_150](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/transip_150.png?width=697&height=150&name=transip_150.png) ![vonq](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/vonq.png?width=531&height=150&name=vonq.png) ![insocial_feedback](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hs-fs/hubfs/insocial_feedback.png?width=457&height=150&name=insocial_feedback.png) Do you want to hear from me ? ### Sign Up for my Newsletter You will find content like : 📖 Book Buzz: Dive into my latest book review and notes. 🛠️ Pro Tips: Best practices for efficient backend development. 🌟 Beyond the Code: Work-life balance, well-being, and life's journey. Blog & Resources ## Browse our Articles & Resources Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Suspendisse varius enim in eros elementum tristique. [![](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hubfs/qa.png)](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/can-a-high-quility-software-test-suite-let-you-get-away-with-bad-code?hsLang=en) [Software](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/tag/software?hsLang=en)  [Testing](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/tag/testing?hsLang=en)  [Architecture](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/tag/architecture?hsLang=en) - [Nikolaos Gkogktzilas](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/author/nikos-gkogktzilas?hsLang=en) - January 24, 2025 ### [Can a high quality software test suite let you get away with low quality code?](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/can-a-high-quility-software-test-suite-let-you-get-away-with-bad-code?hsLang=en) The sort answer would be... "yes, for a while". [Read more](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/can-a-high-quility-software-test-suite-let-you-get-away-with-bad-code?hsLang=en) [![](https://gkogktzilas.dev/hubfs/Deep_Work_Header.png)](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/book-notes-deep-work-by-cal-newport?hsLang=en) [Book Notes](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/tag/book-notes?hsLang=en) - [Nikolaos Gkogktzilas](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/author/nikos-gkogktzilas?hsLang=en) - August 2, 2024 ### [Book Notes: Deep Work by Cal Newport](https://gkogktzilas.dev/blog/book-notes-deep-work-by-cal-newport?hsLang=en) I have recently read the book Deep Work by Cal Newport. While reading the book I highlighted, underlined and made... 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