Summary
José Ramalho is a seasoned researcher, educator and entrepreneur with a PhD in Computer Science and over three decades of continuous teaching and research at the University of Minho focused on markup languages, digital archives, and semantic web technologies. He co-founded KEEP Solutions to translate academic research into widely used digital preservation and repository products, helping the company become an international reference in the field. His blend of hands-on software development, metadata and interoperability expertise and project leadership has driven multiple national and international initiatives, including founding the XATA conference series. A former Apple network technician and early freelance developer, he brings practical systems experience to complex archival and web engineering problems. Beyond academia and industry he is active in community life—serving on advisory boards, participating in music ensembles, and competing in watersports—reflecting a rare mix of technical depth and real-world, team-oriented engagement.
10 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Phd, Computer Science, Phd, Computer Science at Universidade do Minho
8th, Music, 8th (Complementary course), 8th, Music, 8th (Complementary course) at Companhia da Música
English, French, Spanish, Italian