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Brazilian Student Pivots from Traffic Management to Tech After 30+ Courses

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Maycon, a Systems Analysis and Development student at UNICID in Brazil, is transitioning into software development after a career in customer service, sales, and paid traffic management. Over the past few months, he has completed more than 30 courses and hands-on projects through platforms like DIO and Santander Open Academy. His studies have focused on Git, GitHub, Python, and AI-assisted automation tools including Claude Code, GPT Agents, and GitHub Copilot. Among his practical projects is a Porsche-themed business intelligence dashboard featuring KPIs and interactive charts built with AI assistance. He shared his story on DEV Community to connect with fellow developers and seek his first professional opportunity in tech.

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