Carlos Fernandes
About Carlos Fernandes
Carlos Fernandes is a Full Stack Developer with a Master's degree in Engineering and Management of Information Systems from the Universidade do Minho. He has received recognition for his academic achievements and has participated in various hackathons and internships throughout his career.
Work at IOTECH - Innovation on Technology
Carlos Fernandes has been employed at IOTECH - Innovation on Technology as a Full Stack Developer since 2019. In this role, he engages in various development projects that require expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies. His contributions support the company's mission to innovate and enhance technological solutions.
Education and Expertise
Carlos Fernandes studied at the Escola de Engenharia da Universidade do Minho, where he pursued a Master's degree in Engenharia e Gestão de Sistemas de Informação from 2015 to 2021. During his studies, he received a diploma of excellence for achieving the best academic results in his course for two consecutive years. His education provided him with a strong foundation in information systems management and software development.
Background in Software Development
Carlos Fernandes began his professional career at kappatech, where he worked as a software developer from 2017 to 2019. His role involved developing software solutions, which enhanced his skills in programming and problem-solving. He also completed a summer internship at Accenture in 2019, where he gained valuable experience in a corporate environment.
Achievements in Hackathons
Carlos Fernandes won the Young Talents award at Tectalks 2018, a hackathon organized by PrimaveraBSS. He also participated in the Hack For Good 2018 hackathon, which was organized by Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian. These experiences reflect his ability to collaborate and innovate in competitive settings.
Early Career and Research Experience
Before entering the tech industry, Carlos worked as a summer tourist guide at Geresmont from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he participated in a scientific computing research group in the Mathematics department at Universidade do Minho during his second year of university. This involvement provided him with research experience and a deeper understanding of computational methods.