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João Marcelo Ferraz, PhD

Based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

I stand at the intersection between user needs, business goals, and tech feasibility. As an UXer, I create data-driven and strategy-oriented solutions for digital products and services through observing human behavior. I hold a Masters in Computer Science and I am finishing my Ph.D. in Digital Media. Moreover, I'm the Head of Product & UX at Rio’s City Hall.

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