👋 Hello, I’m Anton Nel
I’m an independent Senior Software Engineer and Technical Consultant based in Belgium,
originally from South Africa. My passion for technology started with a Commodore 64 in 1983.
With more than 27 years of professional experience in software development,
I have specialised in C# and .NET since 2001, delivering custom software solutions
for businesses and private clients.
I specialise in designing, developing and delivering complete software solutions,
from initial requirements and system architecture to development, integration and maintenance.
My expertise includes enterprise applications, APIs, database systems, automation,
financial technology and complex business applications.
I focus on building reliable, scalable and maintainable solutions that address
real business challenges.
Software Engineering
- Custom C# / .NET / MQL4 / MQL5 software development
- Backend, frontend and desktop application development
- Console and WPF applications
- Web applications and REST APIs
- Third-party and financial API integrations
- System integration, automation and monitoring
- Custom software development and modernisation of existing systems
Data Engineering & Databases
- Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft Access database design and management
- Data processing and transformation
- JSON processing and API-based data integration
- Data pipelines and automated data-processing solutions
- Data import, monitoring and reporting systems
- Integration between applications, databases and external services
Financial & Trading Software
I have extensive experience designing and developing financial and trading software,
including cryptocurrency, forex and financial data systems. These specialised environments
require precision, performance, reliability and robust automation.
I also develop custom trading solutions and integrations for professional trading environments.
- Automated trading software and algorithmic trading systems
- Trading applications that execute automated buy and sell strategies based on defined business rules
- Trading APIs and exchange integrations
- Financial data processing and integration
- FIX Protocol
Product Development & Entrepreneurship
Beyond client projects, I design, develop and maintain my own commercial software products,
including Mirror Trading Manager and Armpira. These products involve complex software
architecture, licensing systems, database management, API integrations, real-time
communication and ongoing product development.
As a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) with extensive experience across Microsoft
technologies, I combine strong technical expertise with a practical, business-focused approach.
I can work on a project from the ground up or help improve, integrate and modernise an existing system.
I enjoy solving complex technical problems and turning ideas, business requirements and data
into practical, reliable software solutions.
Whether you need a complete software solution, specialist technical expertise,
help with an existing application or support with a complex development challenge,
I bring the experience and technical knowledge to help you achieve your objectives.
I welcome enquiries from businesses looking for an experienced independent
software developer and technical consultant.
