Toon van Berkel – Software Developer, IT Specialist & Creative Technologist

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Toon van Berkel

Software Developer & IT Specialist

Email: [email protected]

Website: toonvb.com

YouTube: @_Toonvb

LinkedIn: Toon van Berkel

About Toon van Berkel

Toon van Berkel is a highly motivated 17-year-old software developer with a strong passion for creative media and educational technology. Since an early age, Toon has been captivated by the combination of design and development, leading to a career focused on innovation through technology.

Currently progressing rapidly through his studies, Toon has developed a strong skill set in HTML, SCSS, JavaScript, React, Python, and related tools such as GIMP, GitHub, and Visual Studio Code. He successfully completed a multi-year program in just two years, highlighting his dedication and adaptability.

Outside the digital realm, Toon is actively involved in the scouting community, where he has built valuable leadership, communication, and team-based problem-solving skills—traits he seamlessly integrates into his software development approach.

Toon’s long-term vision includes launching his own tech company focused on empowering education through innovative software. Eager to collaborate, share knowledge, and grow, Toon van Berkel welcomes connections and conversations in the tech industry.


Skills

  • JavaScript: Advanced
  • React.js: Advanced
  • SCSS: Advanced
  • HTML/CSS: Advanced
  • Mockups: Advanced
  • Wireframes: Advanced
  • Automation: Advanced
  • Python: Intermediate
  • Pygame: Intermediate
  • Bootstrap: Intermediate
  • Tailwind CSS: Intermediate

Software Proficiency

  • Visual Studio Code – Advanced
  • GIMP – Advanced
  • GitHub – Advanced
  • Figma – Advanced
  • Microsoft Word – Advanced
  • Microsoft Excel – Advanced
  • PowerPoint – Advanced
  • Trello – Advanced

Experience

Software Developer Intern

HTR Rotterdam B.V. (Feb 2025 – Present)

  • Developed automation tools to enhance workflow performance.
  • Used Svelte and Python to build scalable and efficient applications.
  • Worked on AI-integrated and data-focused software systems.
  • Improved backend logic through scripting and process streamlining.
IT Support Specialist

Labolutions B.V. (Mar 2024 – Present)

  • Provided tech support for webshop optimization and uptime.
  • Maintained critical software and ensured system stability.
Freelance Software Developer & Web Designer

Freelance (2024 – Present)

  • Built custom websites and web apps using React and JavaScript.
  • Designed responsive, user-friendly UI/UX components.
  • Managed small projects with full-stack functionality.
Newspaper Delivery

Bouwman (Feb 2020 – Present)

  • Handled weekly deliveries across local areas with consistency.
  • Gained valuable time management and organizational skills.
Advertising Delivery

Spotta (Aug 2019 – Apr 2020)

  • Delivered brochures and flyers with punctuality and accuracy.

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