Daniel Oliveira Farias

Daniel Oliveira Farias

Volunteer translator

TED Translator
Camaçari, Brazil
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About Daniel Oliveira

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Bio

Daniel is a multilingual professional with expertise in translation, education, and IT support. Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in English Teaching, English Language, and Literature at Centro Universitário Internacional UNINTER, he combines his passion for language with technical proficiency to deliver accurate and culturally adapted translations. His academic background includes a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering from Faculdade Metropolitana de Camaçari and a Technical Diploma in Information Technology from IFBA – Instituto Federal da Bahia, giving him a strong foundation in technical terminology—ideal for translating specialized content in engineering, IT, and cybersecurity. With experience as an English Teacher at Cebrac Franchising and Esidiomas, Daniel has honed his ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively. Additionally, his work as a Service Desk Analyst—providing bilingual (Portuguese/English) technical support—has sharpened his attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to adapt language for diverse audiences. Key Strengths in Translation: Technical & Academic Expertise: Skilled in translating IT, engineering, and educational content with precision. Bilingual Proficiency: Fluent in Portuguese and English, ensuring natural and accurate translations. Cybersecurity Knowledge: Certified in Cybersecurity Awareness (CertiProf) and Fortinet NSE1 | NSE2, enabling precise translations in tech-related fields. Teaching Background: Deep understanding of language structure, making translations accessible and engaging.

I'm passionate about

Swimming, English, Information Technology

An idea worth spreading

The Bilingual Mind – How Learning a New Language Rewires Your Brain Language isn’t just a tool for communication—it’s a cognitive superpower. Neuroscience shows that bilingualism enhances memory, problem-solving, and even creativity by physically reshaping the brain’s structure. But beyond individual benefits, multilingualism fosters empathy, bridges cultural divides, and equips societies to collaborate in an interconnected world.

The TED story

My TED-Inspired Mission: Now, as a translator and educator, I channel TED’s spirit by: Demystifying Technology: Translating complex IT/engineering concepts into clear language (much like TED speakers do). Fostering Empathy: Using bilingualism to help others access ideas that might otherwise be siloed by language barriers. Lifelong Learning: Treating every translation project or classroom lesson as a chance to “spread ideas” with TED-like clarity.

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