About Me
My name is Eduardo Branco, and my journey in IT began as a teenager in 1997 when I frequently visited my godfather, an electronic engineer. During that time, I had the opportunity to learn how to build, repair, and install Windows on computers. This early experience ignited my passion for technology, leading me to offer computer maintenance services, sell parts, and assemble computers for friends and acquaintances.
Upon finishing high school around 2005, I recognized my town's growing need for people to access computers and the internet. This realization led me to open an internet café, where I provided essential access to technology and the internet for many in the community. During this time, I developed a keen interest in infrastructure, using Mikrotik for bandwidth control, load balancing, and setting up a cache server to optimize the limited 2MB ADSL connection shared among 16 computers.
Before starting my degree in Computer Networks in 2012, I noticed that many of my internet café customers were beginning to purchase their computers. This insight inspired me to establish a wireless internet service provider (ISP) to meet the growing demand. I applied my academic knowledge directly to my business, utilizing VLANs, routing protocols, local DNS servers, and a deep understanding of the OSI model and TCP/IP protocols to troubleshoot and improve services effectively.
As our service expanded, I prioritized staying at the forefront of technology to maximize performance. In 2016, I began transitioning our infrastructure to fiber optics, enhancing bandwidth and reducing customer latency. Although I started a postgraduate program in Networks focusing on Telecom, I couldn't complete it due to the growing demands of my business. However, this experience opened new opportunities, allowing me to provide consultancy services to other ISPs and companies.
In 2019, just before the pandemic, I undertook a challenging project to migrate our entire infrastructure to fiber optics using GPON technology. Despite the operational difficulties during the pandemic, the project succeeded, significantly improving service quality and reducing customer support calls.
With the reduced workload from my ISP, I dedicated myself to learning about cloud technologies, including AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Python. I also focused on improving my English skills. In 2023, I moved to Canada to pursue a Cloud Computing and Virtualization postgraduate program, which further enriched my knowledge.
Now, in 2024, having completed my course, I am eager to apply my expertise in Computer Networks, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, project management, or any other challenges that come my way.