Technology changes constantly, but one skill stays essential: the human ability to understand problems and create solutions. That was the core message Andreas Hartmann brought to students of the Jovem Programador program in a talk about technology, the job market, innovation and the future of artificial intelligence.
Andreas is CEO of ProDent (HartSystem group) and president of SEPROSC, the association of IT companies in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil. He gave the first sponsor talk of Jovem Programador, a free programming training program in Santa Catarina, to roughly 1,300 students.
As a sponsor of the program, HartSystem reaffirmed its commitment to developing technology in Santa Catarina by supporting initiatives that train new professionals and bring students closer to the reality of the job market.
A conversation about the past, present and future of technology
For about an hour and a half, students followed a journey through the technological changes of recent decades.
The talk reflected on how technology has completely transformed the way people work, study, communicate and live. Andreas shared practical experience from more than 32 years of following this evolution, showing students that today's landscape is the result of continuous change built over time.
Looking back at the start of his career, Andreas said he began programming at 17 and founded his company at 19. Since then, he has faced the challenges of technology, management, innovation and entrepreneurship every day.
Students got a glimpse of a very different reality: a time of floppy disks, computers with little processing power, offline systems and very limited access to information.
Back then, learning technology took even more dedication, research and persistence. Knowledge was scarce and often depended on technical books, printed handouts and hands-on experience.
Today the picture is completely different. The internet has made knowledge widely available, messaging apps have transformed instant communication and artificial intelligence is starting to deeply change how people and businesses operate.
Technology has changed, but logic is still essential
Despite so much change, one of the most important points of the talk was that the fundamentals are still highly relevant.
More important than memorizing languages or mastering specific tools is developing logic, reasoning and the ability to solve problems.
Technology will keep evolving. Today's tools will be replaced, languages may change and new platforms will keep appearing. Professionals who understand logic and can think strategically, however, will remain indispensable.
That was one of the key lessons shared with the students: learning technology goes far beyond learning commands or code. It's about developing an analytical mindset, creativity and the ability to adapt.
The pace of change calls for continuous learning
Another major topic was how fast the tech market evolves.
New solutions appear every day. Tools that were innovative a few years ago quickly become common or even outdated. In this context, studying only traditional content is no longer enough.
Andreas stressed the importance of continuous learning and of constantly keeping skills up to date.
Technology is present in almost every area of society: healthcare, education, communication, finance, industry, retail and services. That means the market needs professionals who are not only technically prepared but also able to keep learning.
The professional of the future will be the one who can keep up with change, reinvent themselves and evolve along with technology.
Artificial intelligence: a powerful tool, led by humans
Artificial intelligence was one of the central themes of the talk and sparked strong interest from the students.
Andreas discussed how AI is already affecting companies, processes, productivity and communication, and changing the way information is produced and analyzed.
He also offered an important reflection on the human role in this scenario:
"AI is a powerhouse, but it's humans who must lead AI, not the other way around."
The message is that artificial intelligence should be used as a support tool: amplifying human abilities, speeding up processes and helping with decisions, without replacing critical thinking, ethics, creativity and human responsibility.
Technology can automate tasks, generate analyses and create advanced solutions, but it still depends on human intelligence for direction, strategy and purpose.
HartSystem's commitment to training new talent
HartSystem's involvement in Jovem Programador goes beyond sponsorship. It reflects the company's commitment to strengthening Santa Catarina's tech ecosystem and encouraging the training of new professionals.
The tech sector keeps growing and needs more people who are skilled, creative and ready for the challenges ahead. Investing in education, professional development and closer ties between companies and students is essential to building a stronger, more innovative market.
By supporting initiatives like Jovem Programador, HartSystem contributes directly to the sector's development, encouraging knowledge, networking and opportunities for hundreds of young people who are starting out in technology.
Jovem Programador strengthens the future of tech in Santa Catarina
Jovem Programador plays a key role in training new tech professionals in Santa Catarina.
The program offers training, connections with companies, technical skills and exposure to the real job market, creating opportunities for students who want to build a career in technology.
Beyond technical training, events like this talk offer inspiration, an exchange of experiences and direct contact with professionals who live the challenges and changes of the industry every day.
Building the future through knowledge
More than a talk about technology, it was a message about growth, adaptation and building the future.
Technology will keep changing. New tools will appear. Artificial intelligence will keep advancing. But the real difference will still be human: the ability to think, create, learn and innovate.
And it's through education, encouraging learning and connecting companies with students that this future starts being built today.
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