Samuel Bastos Buchdid

Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Campinas (Unicamp), with a Bachelor's degree (2003) and a Master's degree (2006) in the same field from the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar). Currently works as an IT Manager in a healthcare group, overseeing technology management for both a hospital and a health insurance provider. In 2022, served as a substitute professor at São Paulo State University (UNESP) Rio Claro campus, teaching Object-Oriented Systems and Programming Language Concepts.Has over 20 years of experience in the field of Computer Science, having worked as a Software Developer, Development Analyst, IT Manager, Researcher, and Lecturer. Experience includes working in companies across various sectors, focusing on solutions for education, routing, web applications, digital TV, and games, with development across multiple platforms, including desktop, mobile devices, and embedded systems.Main areas of expertise include Human-Computer Interaction, Hospital ERP systems, Interactive Digital TV, Organizational Semiotics, Design Patterns, Participatory and Persuasive Design, Distance Education, and Web Development. Has a solid foundation in structured programming, object-oriented programming, and component-based development, along with in-depth knowledge of Software Engineering, including processes, analysis, modeling, testing, and software quality. (Source: Lattes Curriculum)