52.1326°N, 5.2913°E - The Netherlands
Siem
Software Developer
Siem
van Bree
Software Developer
& Photographer
I design and build modern, user-friendly websites and web applications with a clean, polished look. I also capture memorable moments in automotive and nature photography.
More About Me
Siem van Bree
Hi, I am Siem, a web developer and designer based in the Netherlands. I make digital work with attention to detail, a love for design and a focus on clear, thoughtful user experiences.
I am also a photographer, capturing cars, animals, and nature with my Nikon Z6 II. I use composition, lighting, and atmosphere to tell stories and create visuals that stand out.
If you are in the Netherlands, Belgium, or Germany and would like your car photographed, feel free to reach out. We might be able to work something out.
Tools, Techniques, Strengths
Competencies
HTML 5
CSS / Tailwind CSS
Javascript / Vue.JS
PHP (Symfony / Laravel)
Git / Github
Figma
MySQL / SQLite
Docker
Adobe Lightroom
The Journey
Career, Work & Life Experiences
After completing my MBO Software Development program at Summa College, I am starting my Bachelor ICT at Fontys University of Applied Sciences. I will continue developing my skills in software development and deepen my knowledge of modern ICT. The four-year programme combines practical projects with professional development and offers opportunities to specialize in areas such as Software Engineering. I am excited to take the next step in my education and continue growing as a software developer.
I completed my internship at Omines, a full-service internet agency in Eindhoven. My main tasks focused on software development, debugging, and improving the web application Metzemaekers. I worked with the ICT team, using modern tools and frameworks like PHP (Symfony framework), Vue.js, Docker, and API Platform, gaining hands-on experience in coding, testing, and problem-solving on a real-world project.
I participated in Hackwerk 2025, the KVK hackathon in Amsterdam. Our team created STOPPR, a service that simplifies closing a business by gathering information, allowing users to review it, and automating the process. We spent two days working intensively on teamwork, prototyping, and presenting our solution.
I joined the Health Tech Hackathon at MindLabs in Tilburg, where my team worked on a case about supporting informal caregivers dealing with stress and limited resources. We designed a mobile app with AI-driven coaching, stress reduction, and social and work support. We researched the problem and created an interactive Figma prototype, which we presented to the jury.
An interactive training tool designed to help students develop essential communication and documentation skills needed in real-world healthcare scenarios. Through hands-on exercises and collaboration with instructors, students enhance their ability to accurately create patient records, ask relevant questions, and interact with patients, simulating real healthcare settings. Summa Zorg & Welzijn is using the application in the lessons as an educational program, further supporting the students' learning experience and preparing them for careers in healthcare.
I participated in the Digital Proof Hackathon at the Automotive Campus in Helmond. Together with my team, Raúl and Niek, I worked on modernizing the outdated website of the 2CV KitCarClub. We researched the target audience and design trends and built a prototype using Laravel and Tailwind CSS.
I participated in the 2024 Hackathon organized by Mentech, where the challenge was to create an AI Companion to reduce loneliness among elderly people and people with mild disabilities. My team designed an empathetic chatbot with an avatar that communicated through speech and text. After pitching our solution, we achieved second place out of 20 teams.
I proudly completed my MBO Software Development program at Summa College, one year earlier than I had originally expected. During my studies, I built a strong foundation in software development through lessons, projects, and hands-on experience. This achievement taught me that consistency and perseverance are more important than perfection. I am grateful to my teachers and everyone at Summa College who supported me throughout this journey.
Warehouse Worker / Sales Assistant / ICT at the Office / Shelf Stocker. In this role, I collaborate with warehouse and sales teams to support colleagues, restock products, assist customers by providing product information, contribute to store displays and promotions, help with various warehouse tasks, check deliveries, and ensure the store is always clean, organized, and providing excellent customer service.
Automotive Visuals
Automotive photography,
Automotive photography,
through a different lens
Straight-On Rear Shot
RAWW Beetle
Front View, Vertical Frame
White 350Z, JDM Rally Performance
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Opel Astra, Pink Sky
Green Koenigsegg Gemera Shot
Ferrari 812, Straight-On
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Let's work together
Your car deserves
Your car deserves
a proper shot.
If you drive something worth photographing - a tuned build, a clean daily, a weekend machine - let's make something you'll actually want to hang on a wall. Based in the Netherlands, shooting across NL · BE · DE.
Get in touch
Say Hello,
Say Hello,
let's talk.
Open for collaborations, photo shoots and any exciting project. Reach out via the form or directly through one of these channels. Feel Free to contact...
Response within 48 hours on serious requests.