Bruno Passos

Meet the absolute unit that is Bruno Passos – this guy’s the real deal in the startup game. He’s one of those tech folks who’s been around the block and crushed it in multiple areas. So, Bruno’s a YC W21 alum, which already says a lot. That’s the kind of badge that shows he’s got the hustle and the smarts.

He kicked off his process with a background in mechanical engineering, but what’s cool is how he jumped into programming big time in college. Started messing around with electronics and code, and that’s where his passion for tech really took off. You can tell he’s the kind of guy who’s always been curious, always digging into how stuff works, and then using that to build something bigger.

Fast forward, he’s got over 15 years of experience in the tech world, not just messing around but actually leading product teams. His thing? Developer Experience (DX) and Generative AI. Basically, he’s all about making engineers’ lives easier, faster, and better. He loves using AI to speed up software delivery but without sacrificing quality or security, super important in this space.

So, Bruno co-founded Gonddo, which was a B2B wholesale marketplace for small retailers in Brazil. Think modern inventory and trade credit for SMBs, helping them buy smarter and compete better. Gonddo was part of YC W21, which means it was legit, and they had big ambitions. Sadly, it’s currently inactive, but the fact that he built that shows he’s all about transforming how small businesses operate.

What does that say about him? He’s super motivated to solve real-world problems, especially for the underdog SMBs in Brazil. He’s driven by the idea that tech can level the playing field, make commerce smoother, and cut through bullshit. The whole process screams that he’s passionate about not just building for the sake of it, but actually making a difference.

Now, his experience with startups, big companies like Creditas and Locaweb, and then jumping into Gonddo, shows a pattern: he’s all about pushing the envelope, using innovation to shake things up. His focus on developer workflows and AI hints he’s obsessed with efficiency and empowerment, making engineers’ lives easier so they can build better stuff faster.

In a nutshell, Bruno is this mix of a tech nerd turned product leader who’s not afraid to jump into the deep end and try new shit. He’s motivated by solving real problems, empowering teams, and leveraging the latest tech. He’s the type who sees the future of software and commerce and is out there building it. No Cap, he’s someone to watch.