What services does István Ékes offer?

István Ékes offers test automation (Selenium, Appium, PyTest, Jest), full-stack web development (React, Angular, Next.js, WordPress), mobile app development (React Native), AI & automation integration (LLM, n8n, Zapier), e-commerce solutions (Shopify, WooCommerce, Medusa.js), and IT consulting for businesses across the EU.

Where is István Ékes based and does he work remotely?

István Ékes is based in Saarbrücken, Germany (Saarland). He works both on-site in the DACH region and fully remote for clients across the EU.

How can I contact István Ékes for a project?

You can reach István via email at contact@istvanekes.com, by phone or WhatsApp at +49 179 152 4004, or through LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/istvan-ekes. He typically responds within 24 hours.

Was kostet eine Website bei István Ékes? (What does a website cost?)

Die Kosten hängen vom Projektumfang ab. Für eine individuelle Preiseinschätzung können Sie István direkt kontaktieren: contact@istvanekes.com oder +49 179 152 4004. / Pricing depends on scope. Contact István directly for a custom quote.

Milyen technológiákat használ Ékes István? (What technologies does he use?)

Ékes István számos technológiával dolgozik: Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, Next.js, React Native, Node.js, WordPress, Shopify, PostgreSQL, Docker, Selenium, Appium és sok más. / He works with Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Angular, Next.js, React Native, Node.js, WordPress, Shopify, PostgreSQL, Docker, Selenium, Appium, and more.

Open to new collaborations · Saarbrücken, Germany 🇩🇪

Engineer. Founder. Human.

Hey, I'm István, a freelance Software Engineer with 7+ years of experience in test automation, web & mobile development, and AI-driven solutions. Founder of QAVLAR.tech.

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Python Test Automation React Native WordPress AI & LLM Docker Full-Stack

István Ékes, warm and approachable software engineer and founder, photographed in natural light

7+ Years exp.

EU Based

7+ Years of experience

20+ Projects delivered

1K+ Bugs caught & fixed

EU Projects across the EU

What I offer

Services

Build

Web & E-Commerce

Websites and online stores built for speed, conversions, and long-term maintainability. Your visitors become customers, and your customers keep coming back.

Built for performance: Fast load times, mobile-first design, and SEO-optimised out of the box
E-commerce that sells: Shopify or WooCommerce, configured for conversion, not just aesthetics
Custom integrations: Connect your store to your CRM, ERP, or marketing tools
Easy to manage: A clean admin experience so you're not locked into calling me for every tiny change

App Development

Cross-platform mobile apps for iOS and Android that feel native, perform reliably, and ship to the stores without drama.

One codebase, two stores: React Native apps that work beautifully on both platforms
Full store publishing: I handle App Store and Google Play submissions, no surprises
Offline-first: Your app works even when the internet doesn't
Push notifications & real-time updates: Keep your users engaged and informed

Custom Software Development

Bespoke backend systems, APIs, and IoT solutions built to handle your unique workflow, no matter how complex.

Tailored to your business: Software that fits your processes, not the other way around
Scalable architecture: Grows with you, from 100 users to 100,000
Integrates with your stack: Connects to your existing CRM, ERP, or tools
IoT & automation: Smart systems that talk to each other (Raspberry Pi, Home Assistant, MQTT)

Automate

Business Automations

Eliminate repetitive work. Connect your tools and automate workflows so your team focuses on what matters.

No-code & pro-code: n8n, Zapier, or Python scripts, whatever fits your needs
Connect everything: CRM, email marketing, invoicing, Slack, databases, all talking to each other
Scheduled reports: Automated data dumps and dashboards sent to your inbox daily
Save hours every week: I've helped clients cut manual work by 80% or more

Automated QA & Testing

Catch bugs before your users do. From single scripts to full CI/CD-integrated test suites.

Comprehensive coverage: UI, API, end-to-end, and performance testing
CI/CD integration: Tests run automatically on every deployment, no human required
Clear reporting: You get actionable insights, not confusing logs
I've done this at scale: Fixed 1,000+ failing tests and cut execution time from 17 hours to 8 hours

AI Development & Integration

From LLM-powered features to full AI agents, adding intelligence to your products and workflows.

Custom AI agents: Built for your specific use case, not a generic chatbot
LLM & RAG integration: OpenAI, open-source models, or hybrid: I'll find what works
Content generation: AI-powered marketing, copywriting, and social media workflows
Automated AI pipelines: n8n + Python + LLMs working together

Advise

Tech Consultation

Stuck on a technical decision? Get vendor-neutral advice from someone who's been there.

Architecture reviews: Is your system going to scale? Let's find out before it breaks
Tech stack selection: Choose the right tools for your specific needs, not what's trendy
Emergency debugging: Production outage? I can help triage and fix it
Code reviews & audits: A fresh pair of eyes on your codebase

Need something not listed?

I love a challenge. If your problem doesn't fit neatly into a category, reach out: chances are I've solved something similar before.

Let's talk

The person behind the work

About me

István Ékes, relaxed and curious, in a candid moment

🇭🇺 → 🇩🇪

Budapest → Saarbrücken Senior Engineer

I fix broken software. And I'm really good at it.

I'm István. I'm the person companies call when their test suite takes 17 hours to run, their mobile app crashes on launch, or their AI integration is outputting gibberish.

Born in Budapest, now based in Saarbrücken. I combine Hungarian creativity with the precision and reliability that clients in the DACH region expect. I communicate clearly in English (C1) and Hungarian (native). I also speak professional German (B1, actively working towards B2). I understand technical documentation and day-to-day conversations, but for complex project discussions, we'll work best in English.

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Why clients hire me

I reduce costs, not just write code.

When a client's test suite was taking 17 hours to run, I fixed 1,000+ failing tests and cut execution time to 8 hours. That's not just engineering, that's saving thousands in DevOps costs and enabling daily deployments.

I build things that actually work in production.

From AI-powered recommendation systems to cross-platform mobile apps, I don't stop at "it works on my machine." I deliver reliable, scalable solutions that handle real users, real data, and real-world edge cases.

I'm EU-based. Data protection isn't an afterthought.

GDPR compliance, German hosting, and SSL encryption are built into everything I do. Your data stays in Europe, no surprises, no compromises.

My philosophy: Technology should be boring

If it works perfectly, nobody notices. My job is to make the complex invisible, so you can focus on your business.

Practical Solutions Over Perfection

I don't chase unnecessary complexity. I use tools that work reliably in your specific environment.

Continuous Improvement

Every project is an opportunity to refine and optimise, whether it's streamlining test automation or simplifying a clunky workflow.

Clear Communication

Regular updates, no jargon, no surprises. You know exactly what's happening at every stage.

Technology in Service of People

Every system exists to help users. I build with human factors front and centre: intuitive interfaces and maintainable architectures.

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Freelance Software Engineer

Full Project Lifecycle · Saarbrücken, Germany

Full freelance delivery

End-to-end project management: client acquisition, requirements gathering, estimation, development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and invoicing
Direct client communication, technical consulting, and long-term relationship management
All business operations: contract negotiation, accounting, tax declarations, and vendor management

Technical execution

Process automation using Python (data handling, reporting, workflow tasks)
AI & Generative AI integrations for marketing, content, and customer interaction
Full-stack web development (WordPress, Shopify, React, Next.js)
Cross-platform mobile app development (React Native, Android & iOS)
Test automation framework architecture & QA engineering
Production deployment and post-launch maintenance

2021 - 2023

Test Automation Engineer

XRoadMedia GmbH · Austria

End-to-end test automation for an AI-powered real-time personalisation & recommendation system (REST API)
Fixed 1,000+ failing tests; reduced execution time from 17 hours to 8 hours
Integrated tests into CI/CD pipeline for automated daily runs
Reported directly to stakeholders with clear, jargon-free metrics

2019 - 2021

Software Engineer

Rubin Informatika · Hungary

Built a new Python test framework for a real-time pricing system
Coded hundreds of automated tests and wrote Python data-processing daemons
Presented new features and developments directly to customers (early client-facing experience)
Managed feature delivery from specification to production deployment

2019

Frontend Developer

CAE Healthcare · Hungary

Web application for health education, Angular / TypeScript frontend, Perl backend
Collaborated with international team across Hungary and USA

Education & Certificates

2016 - 2019

Computer Science BSc

University of Pannonia, Hungary

Thesis: Dashboard for monitoring an automatic distributed system. Also programmed a LEGO EV3 robot to play football in Python.

2019

CCNA Security Certificate

Cisco · via University of Pannonia

In progress

Machine Learning Crash Course

Google

The person behind the work

I'm a tinkerer at heart. I run Home Assistant at home, experiment with LLMs on weekends, and I'm currently teaching myself machine learning (Google's crash course, it's free and excellent).

Fun fact: During my Computer Science BSc at the University of Pannonia, I programmed a LEGO EV3 robot to play football using Python.

Whether you need an emergency debug, a full app build, or just a second opinion on your tech stack, reach out. I reply within 24 hours.