Biography
Nacho Geoghegan, also known as Ignacio, is from Argentina. He was born in the countryside and moved to Venezuela a couple of years ago for university studies in civil engineering. Nacho eventually shifted his focus to coding and dropped out to engage more deeply in web development and data science.
Career
Nacho’s career trajectory includes:
- Initially studying civil engineering.
- Transitioning into coding and web development.
- Venturing into data science approximately a year ago.
- Working with a crypto startup founded by Turkish entrepreneurs. Despite being a developer by training, he initially took on a community manager role, focusing on content such as managing Twitter and newsletters.
Involvement with Aleph
Nacho joined the Aleph community through his association with the crypto startup. Although he started in a content management position, he soon realized his passion for coding and data science. The Aleph community has been pivotal for Nacho, offering him exposure to new opportunities and influential figures in the tech and crypto spaces.
New Ventures
- Learning and Development: Nacho was introduced to zero-knowledge proofs and ZCash by a key figure in the community. He seized the opportunity to work in this niche realizing his interest in mathematics and statistics.
- New Position: Nacho was offered a position to learn and develop for the ZCash community, which he began recently.
Experience with Aleph
Nacho describes his time with Aleph as transformative and filled with valuable networking. Despite the distractions at the hub, he appreciated the environment for learning about new projects and meeting innovators from around the world.
Key Takeaways from Aleph Experience
- Engagement with diverse, interesting people.
- Exposure to groundbreaking projects.
- The balancing act between work and beneficial distractions fostering community spirit and shared knowledge.
- Deepened understanding of and involvement in the crypto world.
Nacho’s journey reflects a dynamic shift from traditional engineering to the fast-paced field of data science and crypto development, driven by curiosity and a passion for continual learning.
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