About Me

I am a versatile professional with a BSc in Computer Science and recent training in Data Science. With a diverse background in teaching, translation, and interpretation, I am now refocusing on software development. I am skilled in Python and Java with foundational knowledge in Data Analysis and Machine Learning, seeking to leverage my analytical skills and programming expertise in a software development role.

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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/c-r-cardoso

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, São Paulo State University, Brazil (2000 - 2005)

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Work Experience

Software Development Analyst at PST Electronics (2005 - 2008)

  • Developed dynamic web applications using both front-end and back-end languages such as PHP, JSP, and JavaScript.
  • Performed server-side development on the Java platform.
  • Managed and administered PostgreSQL databases.
  • Created technical documentation and provided customer technical support.

Translator and Interpreter, Language Teacher (2008 - Present)

  • Provided simultaneous interpretation for conferences, workshops, company meetings, and events (English and Portuguese).
  • Taught English and Chinese to various age groups and proficiency levels (A1-C1).
  • Translated articles and documents for clients such as Harvard Business Review Brasil, WikiHow International, Mitsubishi, Huawei, and Didi Chuxing (English, Chinese, and Portuguese).
  • Adapted quickly to diverse linguistic projects, demonstrating strong preparation with minimal information and effective interaction across various hierarchical levels within companies.
  • Improved pedagogical skills and cultural awareness through teaching and curriculum design.

Projects

Data Science Bootcamp Project | Le Wagon

Human Head Optic Detection: Developed a machine learning model using Python, Pandas, and Scikit-Learn to determine room occupancy through a live video. Implemented the model in a Streamlit interface for user interaction.

Full-Stack Web Application Development | PST Electronics

Part of the development team for a comprehensive system that monitored GPS signals from thousands of vehicles to detect abnormal behaviors such as theft, power failure, or accidents. The system triggered alerts to both the automotive security company and clients in real-time.

Technologies Used: Java, PostgreSQL, JavaScript

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Developed both backend (Java, JSP) and frontend (PHP, JavaScript, HTML) components of the application.
  • Focused on implementing features to monitor bus punctuality and deviations, ensuring buses returned correctly to depots daily and enabling client access via the company's website to view real-time vehicle locations on a map.
  • Enhanced the security and operational efficiency of vehicle fleets for multiple clients.
  • Provided critical data to bus companies enabling them to maintain accurate schedules and improve service reliability.

Natural Language Processing Project

Multilingual Text Alignment and Translation System: Created a personal project aimed at translators and interpreters, providing a convenient solution to discover equivalent words and expressions across different languages using parallel multilingual aligned texts. Fine-tuned it and adapted it to work with Hunsrickisch, a minority language in Brazil.

Technologies Used: PostgreSQL, PHP, JavaScript

Key Features:

  • Database to store and manage parallel texts.
  • Backend logic for processing inputs and querying equivalents.
  • Frontend interface for real-time input and results.