Resume
Tim Maes
.NET Developer & Open Source Contributor
Harelbeke, Belgium
Professional Summary
Passionate .NET developer from Belgium with extensive experience in enterprise manufacturing systems and a strong commitment to open source development. Creator of multiple widely-used developer tools and libraries, including BlazorFrame, Facet, and T4Editor, with over 100,000+ downloads across various projects.
Specialized in building secure, efficient solutions with modern .NET technologies, focusing on Blazor components, code generation, and developer productivity tools. Strong advocate for security-first development practices and clean, maintainable code architecture.
Technical Skills
Programming Languages & Frameworks
- C# (Expert)
- .NET Core / .NET 8 (Expert)
- Blazor (Expert)
- ASP.NET (Advanced)
- Entity Framework (Advanced)
- JavaScript / TypeScript (Proficient)
- Source Generators (Expert)
- T4 Templates (Expert)
Databases & Data
- SQL Server
- Oracle
- PL/SQL
- LINQ
- Dapper
Tools & Technologies
- Visual Studio
- Git
- Azure DevOps
- Docker
- REST APIs
- NuGet
- VSIX Development (Extension Development)
Specializations
- Security-First Development
- Code Generation
- Developer Tools
- Open Source Development
- Component Libraries
Open Source Projects
BlazorFrame
2025
Security-first iframe component for Blazor applications with comprehensive security features, CSP integration, and real-time monitoring.
Achievements:
- NuGet Package
- Security Focus
- Comprehensive Documentation
| View on GitHub | NuGet Package |
Facet
2025
Source generator for compile-time DTOs, LINQ projections, and ViewModels with zero runtime overhead and full async support.
Achievements:
- 800+ GitHub Stars
- Multiple NuGet Packages
- High Performance
| View on GitHub | NuGet Package |
T4Editor
2019
Enhanced Visual Studio extension for T4 templates with syntax highlighting, IntelliSense, and advanced editing features.
Achievements:
- 50K+ Downloads
- VS Marketplace
- Rich Editor Experience
Bindicate
2024
Modern dependency injection library with attribute-based service registration, decorators, and automatic discovery.
Achievements:
- Production Ready
- Advanced Features
- High Performance
| View on GitHub | NuGet Package |
Professional Experience
Senior .NET Developer
2018 - Present | Enterprise Manufacturing Systems
Lead developer on mission-critical manufacturing systems built on .NET technologies, serving enterprise clients across Belgium and Europe.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Architected and implemented secure, scalable .NET applications for manufacturing environments
- Specialized in integrating complex business logic with manufacturing hardware and processes
- Maintained high-availability systems with 99.9% uptime requirements
- Led security initiatives implementing industry best practices and compliance standards
- Mentored junior developers and established coding standards and review processes
Open Source Contributor & Maintainer
2017 - Present | Independent
Creator and maintainer of multiple open source projects in the .NET ecosystem, focusing on developer productivity and security.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
- Developed and published 7+ open source projects with 50K+ total downloads
- Built Visual Studio extensions improving T4 template development experience
- Created security-focused Blazor components trusted by enterprise developers
- Authored technical articles on .NET development and modern software practices
- Active contributor to the .NET community through speaking and knowledge sharing
Education & Learning
Continuous Learning & Professional Development
Self-taught developer with a passion for staying current with the latest .NET technologies and security practices. Regularly participates in conferences, online courses, and community events.
Current Focus Areas:
- Advanced Blazor patterns and security
- Source generators and code analysis
- Modern DevOps practices
- Enterprise security standards
- Performance optimization techniques
Personal Interests
Fitness & Health
Regular gym enthusiast who believes in maintaining physical and mental well-being
Family Time
Devoted father who enjoys spending quality time with family and creating lasting memories
Music Enthusiast
Passionate Rammstein fan with appreciation for powerful music and artistic expression
Open Source Advocacy
Strong believer in the power of open source to drive innovation and community growth
Contact
I’m always interested in working together on interesting projects or discussing .NET development, security, and open source.
Email: tim.maes91@gmail.com
GitHub: github.com/Tim-Maes
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tim-maes
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