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Hi, my name is

Tomislav Balabanov.

Solutions Architect & Cloud Enthusiast

I'm a Solutions Architect and Software Engineer based in North Macedonia with a passion for cloud technologies and system design. I enjoy creating integrated technology ecosystems that balance technical excellence with practical implementation across various platforms and environments.

About Me

Hello! I'm Tomislav, a Solutions Architect with a passion for elegant system design and cloud technologies.

I find joy in the craft of architecture - taking complex problems and creating clear, resilient systems. Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to work on fascinating technical challenges across various domains. What excites me most is designing solutions that are not only technically sound but also adaptable and forward-thinking. I'm particularly interested in cloud-native approaches that balance performance, security, and sustainability.

Some technologies I enjoy working with include:

  • AWS & Azure Cloud
  • System Architecture
  • Cloud Infrastructure
  • Microservices
  • Kubernetes & Docker
  • Serverless Computing
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • API Design & Integration
  • Security Architecture
  • DevOps & CI/CD
  • Performance Optimization
  • Disaster Recovery
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Tech Passions

What Makes Me Tick Technically

I'm like a technical Swiss Army knife, but with more cloud diagrams and fewer tiny scissors. Here's what I love working with:

🏗️ Cloud Architecture: AWS and Azure are my digital playgrounds. I enjoy architecting everything from simple websites to complex distributed systems. Building efficient cloud solutions that don't make the finance department panic is my idea of fun.

💻 Language Agnostic Development: I don't play favorites with programming languages - to me, they're all just different tools for solving interesting problems. I enjoy the challenge of picking up whatever language best fits the task at hand.

🔌 System Integration: There's something oddly satisfying about connecting systems that weren't designed to talk to each other. It's like being a technology matchmaker - finding that perfect interface between a legacy system and modern APIs.

🛡️ Security: I'm fascinated by building secure systems that remain usable. Finding that balance between Fort Knox-level protection and actual user friendliness is a puzzle I never tire of solving.

These technical interests have taken me through some fascinating challenges over the years, from scaling applications to millions of users to diagnosing why that one Docker container keeps mysteriously crashing every Tuesday.

Certifications & Learning Journey

I'm a firm believer in continuous learning and professional development. These certifications represent some of my formal education in cloud technologies and security, though I find the most valuable learning comes from hands-on experience with real-world challenges. I enjoy pushing the boundaries of my knowledge and staying current with the rapidly evolving technology landscape.

What's Next?

Let's Connect

I'm always interested in hearing about cool tech projects, sharing ideas, or just having a good conversation about cloud architecture and solutions design. Whether you have questions about a technical challenge or just want to say hi, feel free to reach out!

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