👋 About Me

Hello! I'm an IT Specialist and Software Developer with a wide range of skills. I enjoy exploring various topics related to technology and am constantly learning new things. I’m currently delving into IT Project Management to transition my career to a new field.
Additionally, I'm studying AI, Electronics, Arduino programming and 3D printing.

I consider myself a creative thinker, a problem solver, and a fast learner, always exploring new things.
When I'm not programming, you can find me playing video games, listening to music, or training in calisthenics.

💼 Work Experience

Application Engineer - Measure 3D S.r.l. | Oct 2020 - Present

- Write Python scripts to automate ZEISS Inspect tasks.
- Design and develop standalone C#/C++ software for automating ZEISS optical inspection systems. See project here.
- Plan, write, and document a C# and Python library to communicate with ZEISS ATOS Q devices. Take a look at the project here.
- Collaborate with and coordinate external personnel to meet client needs and successfully complete projects.
- Relevant technologies used: C#, WPF, Python, C++, SQL, LaTeX

IT Support - Self-employed | Jan 2016 - Present

- Troubleshoot and resolve issues on clients' devices and networks.
- Assemble and install Windows and Linux devices.

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Information Technology - La Sapienza University of Rome, Rome

- Relevant coursework: Python, Java, SQL, Web Programming, Algorithmics, UX/UI

📜 Certifications and Courses

- Gen AI Intensive Course by Google, Kaggle
- Introduction to Cybersecurity, CS50
- Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity, Coding X
- AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials
- Cisco IT Essentials
- Cisco CCNA 1 and 2

📬 Contact

Reach out to me at:
- Email: riccardopassacantando@gmail.com
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/riccardo-passacantando
- GitHub: github.com/Riccardo126

My portfolio is built with Next.js and Nextfolio.
Everything is hosted on Vercel with an is-a.dev domain.