I am a software engineer with experience in web development. I specialize in creating user-centered and scalable applications with Elm and JavaScript/TypeScript, developing REST APIs and services with Ruby on Rails and Node.js, using containers with Docker, and managing relational databases.I developed a passion for programming upon realizing how technology can be intellectually challenging while also making people's lives easier. I am constantly learning and seeking new challenges to improve my skills.I take a holistic approach to product development, actively participating in decision-making processes and contributing to all phases of development.I also taught Philosophy for about five years, which taught me the importance of communicating complex ideas clearly and effectively—an ability I apply in software development and team collaboration.Additionally, I have a strong background in academic research and am currently pursuing a PhD in Philosophy.Recently, I have become active in the open-source community, regularly contributing to libraries and packages, especially those related to the Elm language.GitHub: https://github.com/mateusfpleite