In 2018, as a 15-year-old, I didn't just ask for a web development course as a birthday gift—I opened the door to my future. I had the fortune of discovering cryptocurrencies in this same course early on, and my horizons quickly expanded to the broader financial markets. I was fascinated by how everything worked and wanted to learn more at every opportunity. By 17, I was attending as many conferences as I could across Italy, eager to deepen my understanding.

My journey wasn't just about exploring one field. I realized that my love for programming, mathematics, and financial markets fit together perfectly.

At 18,I knew where I wanted to be: at the intersection of these three areas, applying mathematical models, programming, and statistical methods to financial markets.

With this vision, I moved 1,400 km away from home to study Computer Engineering at Politecnico di Milano. The distance was a challenge, but the opportunity to be in a stimulating, competitive environment fueled my drive. While pursuing my degree, I immersed myself in quantitative finance, leading a team of 8 dedicated computer and mathematics engineering students focused on this exciting field.

But my journey isn't just about mastering complex concepts; it's also about sharing them. I started a YouTube channel to talk about investing and personal finance, and today, it has over 150,000 views. Through it, I continue to share my passion and inspire others to explore the fascinating world of finance.