A naukri.com initiative
Medium
1M
425
Image Credit: Medium
My Story: From High School in Argentina to the world
- Tomas Di Mauro, a 19-year-old from Argentina, shares his journey from high school to driving a project in Malaysia.
- Initially struggling with loneliness and self-doubt, Tomas found solace in computers and programming during high school.
- His interest in competitive programming and web development grew, leading to early successes like placing 5th nationally in the Argentine Informatics Olympiad.
- During the pandemic, Tomas focused on programming, securing his first job at a VC firm at 16 and winning hackathons in Argentina and Thailand.
- Tomas spearheaded a suicide prevention app and a money transfer wallet, demonstrating the positive impact of technology on society.
- Despite setbacks like lost luggage and illness, Tomas showcased his projects at international events and learned valuable lessons in resilience.
- Selected for an accelerator program in Malaysia, Tomas made the bold decision to pause university studies and jobs to focus on launching ChatterPay.
- His message to students is to explore passions, embrace challenges, and pursue opportunities with courage and dedication.
- Tomas' journey exemplifies the power of curiosity and perseverance in opening doors to incredible experiences and achievements.
- He encourages others to bravely discover their potential and take bold steps towards their dreams.
Read Full Article
25 Likes
For uninterrupted reading, download the app