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About

A bit about me and my journey

My key areas of work include React and Next.js on the front-end, and Express with MySQL on the back-end. I use Docker to keep environments clean and portable, and I've been diving into cloud ecosystems for edge deployments.

Me on a mountain in Interlaken, Switzerland
Landscape in Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
My blue belt graduation in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Me as a child playing Diablo
Cabbage with sausage dish in Germany
Me in the Netherlands

When I'm not coding, you'll likely find me on the mats training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It's been a passion of mine that teaches discipline, problem-solving, and humility — lessons that translate surprisingly well into software development.

My Journey

I started my career in IT in April 2018 as a Support Analyst, where I learned the fundamentals of troubleshooting and understanding user needs. After nearly 3 years, I transitioned fully to Software Engineering in 2021.

Since then, I've worked across multiple industries — healthcare, finance, consumer goods, energy, real estate, and logistics — building everything from mobile apps to complex microservices architectures.

Technical Expertise

I consider myself a specialist in JavaScript/TypeScript and its ecosystem.

Frontend

ReactNext.jsTypeScriptTailwindCSSHTML/CSSSASS

Backend

Node.jsNestJSExpressJavaSpring BootPHP

Mobile

React NativeNativeScript

DevOps & Cloud

DockerKubernetesGCPAzureAWSVercel

Databases

PostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBBigQuery

Tools & Others

GitJestSwaggerStorybookLangChainPowerBI

Languages

Portuguese
C2Native
English
C1Advanced
German
A1Beginner

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems

University of Western São Paulo (UNOESTE)

2018 - 2022

MBA in Full-Stack Development

Sirius - Rocketseat

2024 - 2025

Certifications

  • Cloud Fundamentals, Administration and Solution Architect - FIAP
  • DevOps & Agile Culture - FIAP
  • Full-Stack Development - Alura
  • JavaScript Algorithms and Data Structures - freeCodeCamp
  • Backend Development (Node, SQL, JavaScript, REST) - HackerRank

Beyond Work

When I'm not coding, you'll likely find me on the mats training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It's been a passion of mine that teaches discipline, problem-solving, and humility — lessons that translate surprisingly well into software development.

I love traveling and exploring new cultures. Whether it's a weekend trip to a nearby city or an adventure abroad, experiencing different places and meeting new people is something that truly enriches my life.

Cooking is another creative outlet for me. I enjoy experimenting with new recipes and cuisines, turning the kitchen into my own little laboratory. There's something deeply satisfying about creating a delicious meal from scratch.

I'm also passionate about AI and LLMs, always exploring how we can integrate them to improve our daily lives and build powerful tools. And yes, I still make time for strategy video games when I can!