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I am Rodolfo Pietro Calabrò, a Senior Software Developer based in Italy. My passion for Computer Science began at 13, evolving into a career dedicated to creating innovative solutions in Blockchain Technologies and Full Stack Development. I specialize in developing Blockchain DAPPs, Core Protocols, and bespoke Web and Software solutions. With a focus on delivering impactful results, I collaborate with businesses and individuals to transform ideas into reality. Whether you need expert consulting services or cutting-edge development, I am committed to helping you achieve your goals efficiently and effectively.

Skills

Software Development

Master
  • Next.js
  • React
  • Tailwind
  • Flask
  • Express
  • Django
  • NestJS
  • Spring
  • Jest
  • Docker
  • Git
  • Makefile
  • CMAKE
  • Markdown
  • Latex

Programming Languages

Master
  • JS/TS
  • Python
  • C/C++
  • Java
  • R
  • SQL
  • Bash

Blockchain Development

Master
  • Web3 Stack
  • Solidity
  • Vechain
  • DApps
  • Smart Contracts
  • Account Abstraction

Distributed Systems

Master
  • Consensus Protocols
  • Distributed Systems
  • P2P Networking
  • Theoretical foundations

Relational Capabilities

Master
  • Team Collaboration
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Project Management
  • Team Motivation & Humor

Parallel Computing

Advanced
  • OpenMP
  • MPI
  • OpenCL

Development Tools

Advanced
  • MS Office
  • Office 365
  • Google Workspace
  • Trello
  • Wrike
  • ClickUp

PM and Tools

Advanced
  • Latex
  • Doxygen
  • Makefile
  • CMAKE
  • Maven
  • Trello
  • Wrike
  • ClickUp
  • MS Office
  • Google Workspace
  • Photoshop

Networking

Advanced
  • TCP/IP
  • HTTP/HTTPS
  • DNS
  • VPN
  • Firewalls
  • gRPC
  • Iptables
  • Wireshark

Data Science

Intermediate
  • Hadoop Stack
  • Tableau
  • Pentaho DIT
  • MS Analysis Service
  • MySQL
  • Postgres
  • ORM
  • Hybernate
  • Jupyter Notebook
  • Google Colab
  • TensorFlow
  • Pandas
  • NumPy
  • Matplotlib

Game Development

Intermediate
  • Unity
  • XNA
  • LibGDX
  • SDL
  • LibArcade
  • OpenGL
  • Photoshop

Other Language and Tools

Intermediate
  • Selenium
  • Vue.js
  • Angular
  • Bootstrap
  • Vuetify
  • PHP
  • C#
  • Junit
  • Lisk
  • Corda DLT
  • Algorand

In Learning

Beginner
  • Golang
  • Haskell

Driving License

Pilot
  • Italian 'B' License

Work Experience (5)

Jan 2025 - Current
Blockchain Consultant & Developer
https://www.rodolfopietro.it/

I am available as a contractor to support businesses with blockchain solutions and technology consulting, bringing my expertise and dedication to their projects.

  • Provide tailored blockchain solutions and consulting services to businesses.

  • Collaborate with companies to develop and implement blockchain strategies.

  • Support clients in leveraging emerging technologies to achieve their goals.

  • Deliver expertise in blockchain development, smart contract design, and decentralized systems.

Jan 2023 - Oct 2024
Blockchain Developer
https://vechain.org/

At VeChain, I developed a broad range of technical and soft skills. On the technical side, I worked on projects like VORJ.io, where I refined my expertise in React, Next.js, and Jest, and developed the vechain-sdk, which expanded my advanced TypeScript skills and SDK development knowledge. Additionally, as a Vechain Employee I co-created Greencart, a blockchain DAPP, where I managed community engagement, software development, social outreach, and strategic planning, gaining hands-on startup experience. This role also provided opportunities to travel extensively, interact with diverse cultures, and attend international events, enriching my professional and personal growth.

  • Developed VORJ.io

  • Developed vechain-sdk

  • Co-created Greencart

Jun 2022 - Jan 2023
Senior Smart Contract Engineer as NTT Data Italia SPA contractor
https://horizenlabs.io/

As a contractor with NTT Data, I contributed to Horizen Labs' development team, focusing on the apestake.io project. This experience allowed me to deepen my skills in React and Next.js while gaining exposure to a more decentralized Web3 space. I worked alongside an international team, improving my English and gaining valuable insights into global collaboration.

  • Contributed to apestake.io

Apr 2021 - Jan 2023
Blockchain Software Developer Engineer
https://www.nttdata.com/

My journey at NTT Data began with a curricular internship from July 2021 to October 2021, where I gained hands-on experience in blockchain technologies and web development. Following the internship, I transitioned into a permanent role from November 2021 to January 2023. At NTT Data, I gained extensive experience as a consultant, working on various blockchain and web projects. I utilized Python, Vue.js, React, and Next.js, and honed my testing skills using Selenium and Jest. My role involved project estimations for large industrial clients and development of solutions like blockchain-based bill of lading management systems and NFT platforms. My journey started with an internship (July to October 2021) before transitioning into a permanent role. Notably, I worked as a contractor for Horizen Labs and participated in international collaborations that provided valuable insights into Japanese culture.

  • Started as an intern

  • Transitioned to a permanent role

  • Worked as a contractor for Horizen Labs

Mar 2019 - Mar 2021
Entry-Level Web Developer
https://mgar-energy.com

During my university years, I collaborated with MGAR to develop simple websites using Vue.js and PHP. These projects were tailored for small clients, allowing me to balance work and studies effectively.

  • Developed simple websites using Vue.js and PHP

  • Balanced work and studies

Projects (7)

cratichainlab
  • Founded to tackle blockchain challenges with innovative consensus protocols and scalable solutions.

  • Developed frameworks to streamline blockchain integration for enterprises.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to prototype and launch products.

  • Revitalized in 2024 to formalize operations and deliver impactful blockchain projects.

  • Offers comprehensive consulting services for blockchain and technology integration.

GreenCart
  • Developed from scratch, handling Solidity, React, and backend development.

  • Managed community and social media to support the platform's growth.

  • Experimented with strategies for launching and scaling a startup successfully.

  • First entrepreneurial venture that provided hands-on experience in blockchain development.

VeChain SDK JS
  • Co-developed the SDK from scratch with VeChain team members.

  • Mastered TypeScript and advanced blockchain development techniques.

  • Contributed to a project integral to VeChain’s developer ecosystem.

VORJ
  • Contributed as a Frontend Developer using React and Next.js.

  • Handled backend development tasks to support the platform’s core functionalities.

  • Enhanced user experience for seamless NFT minting and management.

ApeStake
  • Worked extensively on frontend development using Next.js, React, and Tailwind CSS.

  • Collaborated with a diverse team to deliver a robust staking solution.

  • Played a key role in creating an intuitive and responsive user interface.

B2B Token Economy Platform
  • Worked as a Full Stack Developer using Vue.js and Java Spring.

  • Mastered testing automation with Selenium to ensure platform reliability.

  • Gained insights into industrial applications of blockchain technology.

GAN Neural Network
  • Implemented a Generative Adversarial Network (GAN) for automatic face colorization.

  • Developed a user-friendly interface using Vue.js and TensorFlow.js.

  • Explored deep learning applications in image enhancement and colorization.

Education (4)

2022 - 2022
MasterZ - Blockchain and Digital Assets
Blockchain and Digital Assets
AIO Blockchain Lab
  • Overview: Consolidated knowledge in blockchain technologies
2019 - 2021
Master's Degree in Data Science (LM-18)
Data Science
University of Calabria (Unical)
  • Overview: Advanced expertise in data science, and blockchain technologies.
  • 27006939 - Big Data Analytics and Reasoning
  • 27006159 - Business Intelligence and Analytics
  • 27006697 - Computer Graphics and GPGPU Programming
  • 27006162 - Knowledge Representation and Semantic Web
  • 27006940 - Mathematical Methods for Data Science
  • 27006171 - Networks and Security
  • 27006180 - Process Mining
  • 27006163 - Theoretical Computer Science
  • 27006169 - Agile Software Development for Enterprise
  • 27006941 - Machine Learning
  • 27006181 - Project Management
  • 27006175 - Thesis
  • 27006174 - Training
  • 27007797 - Blockchain Technologies
  • 27006178 - Security and Legal Issues of Computer Science
2016 - 2019
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (L-31)
Computer Science
University of Calabria (Unical)
  • Overview: Built a strong foundation in computer science
  • 27005730 - Mathematical Analysis
  • 27006742 - Economics and Business Organization
  • 27000005 - Physics
  • 27000002 - Fundamentals of Computer Science
  • 27000016 - English
  • 27006218 - Programming Languages and Logics
  • 27000107 - Discrete Mathematics
  • 27002211 - Algorithms and Data Structures
  • 27002222 - Parallel Algorithms and Distributed Systems
  • 27002212 - Computer Architecture
  • 27000109 - Databases
  • 27006176 - Game Programming
  • 27002214 - Graphical Interfaces and Event Programming
  • 27006233 - Mathematics for Data Analysis
  • 27002209 - Object-Oriented Programming
  • 27000023 - Operational Research
  • 27000110 - Software Engineering
  • 27002216 - Artificial Intelligence
  • 27000369 - Mobile Device Programming
  • 27000022 - Final Exam
  • 27002215 - Operating Systems and Networks
  • 27004076 - Internship
  • 27006234 - Web Computing
2016 - 2016
High School Scientific Diploma
Scientific
Liceo Scientifico G.B. Scorza
  • Overview: Developed a strong scientific base

Certificates

Nov 2017
HTML Level 1, Javascript Level 1, PHP Level 1, CSS Level 1
CCA Cambridge Certification Authority
Apr 2022
Certified Blockchain Developer Ethereum
Blockchain Training Alliance (BTA)
Jul 2022
Corda Certified Developer
R3
Nov 2022
LFC131: Green Software for Practitioners
Linux Foundation

Publications

Feb 2023
A Blockchain-Based System for the Last-Mile Delivery in SciTePress

This article explains how a blockchain-based system can be used to improve the last-mile delivery process. I am a co-author of the research paper.

Dec 2022
BIP HD Wallets in Self-Published

This article provides an overview of HD Wallets and their associated Bitcoin Improvement Proposals (BIPs): BIP-39, BIP-32, and BIP-44. It explains these concepts at a high level while including technical insights for advanced readers.

Languages

Italian

Native speaker

English

Native speaker

Interests

Entrepreneurship

  • Startups
  • New challenges

Sports

  • Physical activity
  • Fitness
  • Wellness

Personal Growth

  • Creativity
  • Innovation
  • Experimentation

Social Life

  • Sociability
  • Community
  • Networking

Music

  • Listening
  • Piano
  • Artistic expression

Technology

  • Tech enthusiast
  • Innovation
  • Exploration

Art

  • Aesthetics
  • Beauty
  • Inspiration

Food

  • Culinary arts
  • Gastronomy
  • Taste exploration