Ricardo Rato Full Stack Developer and lifelong learner heliophile love food world traveller powerlifter a A-Person love music have a growth mindset

As long as I can remember, I’ve been a very curious mind. From repairing my console game pads at 7, switching broken buttons for new ones, to learning how to get my computer back to work after messing with it at 15, I've always been fascinated by technology. So, as you could imagine, yes, I'm like a Swiss knife, a DIY guy that solves all tech-related issues for my family and friends.

Back in 2006, I joined the Portuguese Air Force as an IT Systems Administrator. In 2022, I decided to dive into coding! In between, I was a police officer and an UEPS Agent – a member of the first intervention heli-transported teams, whose main mission is to be the first line of intervention in rural firefighting.

I truly believe that with commitment and consistency, we can achieve anything. I’m a fighter, always shaping myself, looking forward, and getting better day after day, not just for me but for the people around me. 'Just keep moving forward' is definitely a phrase i strongly identify with.