Marcel Popescu — Software Developer | .NET | SQL | Web Development | Focused on Delivering Robust & Efficient Code
Software Developer | .NET | SQL | Web Development | Focused on Delivering Robust & Efficient Code
Marcel Popescu ranks #255 of 18,341 LinkedIn creators in Financial Services, and is a standout voice in Romania. They have 1.1K followers and published 22 posts in the last 30 days at a 32.2% average engagement rate.
- 1.1K followers
- 22 posts / 30d
- 32.2% avg engagement
- -3 follower growth / 30d
The roast
Marcel brags about his three decades of experience, yet his LinkedIn engagement is identical to a software project he hasn't touched since 1994. He claims to deliver robust, efficient solutions, but his own career profile has been stuck in production with zero uptime for an entire month.
About Marcel
Hello! My journey in software development spans over three decades, from co-founding one of Romania's pioneering software companies to delivering impactful solutions for global clients today. With a strong foundation in .NET (C#) and a versatile skill set that includes SQL, modern web technologies (like JavaScript/TypeScript), Python, and even Delphi, I bring a wealth of experience to every project. My core focus is always on optimizing code quality, meticulously implementing unit tests (including UI testing with Selenium), and enhancing overall design to streamline operations and significantly reduce expenses for the businesses I partner with. This dedication to robust, efficient, and high-quality solutions is reflected in my work. For instance, I revamped crucial geolocation code at The Trade Desk, boosting location accuracy by 30% for ad displays across EMEA. At Orion180, I played a key role in enhancing the insurance application's rating engine, resulting in a 20% increase in processing efficiency. My work at ACES Quality Management involves developing pivotal projects for loan quality control and compliance audits. Furthermore, my long-term engagement with Legality Software has seen me develop and maintain critical WinForms and MVC applications, notably improving user experience through the Telerik UI library. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex challenges and thrive in dynamic, collaborative environments. If you share similar interests, are looking for a seasoned tech enthusiast and leader to explore opportunities, share insights, or grow together, please feel free to reach out! Let's innovate and create something impactful. 🚀
Highlights
- Top 1% in Romania — Ranked #29 of 3147 creators
- Top Engager — 32.23% rate · top 5%
- Top 5% in Financial Services — Ranked #16 of 542 creators
- Consistent Creator — 22 posts in 30d · top 5%
Recent posts
Yesterday, 314 Members of the European Parliament voted against Chat Control. It passed anyway. The mechanism is precise. In March, Parliament voted 311 to 228 against extending Chat Control 1.0. The derogation expired on April 3. On July 2, the EU Council adopted the Commission's original text as its second-reading position, transforming the arithmetic: rejection now requires 361 votes, an absolute majority of all 720 members. Every empty seat counts as consent. The EPP group under Manfred Weber invoked Rule 170 to force an urgency procedure, bypassing the LIBE committee. Parliament Preside
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Robert Owen paid around $150,000 for the town of Harmonie, Indiana. He got 20,000 acres, more than 160 buildings, working mills, and productive farms. He renamed it New Harmony. Nearly a thousand people arrived in the first year. Owen already ran successful textile mills in New Lanark, Scotland, where he was known for treating workers well while running a profitable business. He believed that abolishing private property and paying everyone equally would replace competition with cooperation. In January 1826, William Maclure brought a riverboat full of scientists, teachers, and geologists to
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Google is fundamentally changing Android's openness. Their new "Developer Verification" program (effective September 2026) will require all app developers to register with Google, submit government identification, pay fees, and surrender signing keys — even for apps distributed outside the Play Store. This has significant implications: For enterprises: Custom internal apps will require Google registration. Every company distributing proprietary tools to employees via sideloading will need to comply. For developers: Independent distribution dies. The ecosystem that made Android the platform
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