I'm Federico Traina, a Palermo-based AI enthusiast and current Master’s student in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Palermo. I specialize in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and data science, with experience in building end-to-end models, deploying pipelines, and exploring security considerations in AI. As the founder of Appò, I am passionate about using technology to empower small communities and local businesses. I enjoy collaborating with teams, continuously learning new skills, and applying ethical AI to real-world problems.

Federico Traina

I'm Federico Traina, a Palermo-based AI enthusiast and current Master’s student in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Palermo. I specialize in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and data science, with experience in building end-to-end models, deploying pipelines, and exploring security considerations in AI. As the founder of Appò, I am passionate about using technology to empower small communities and local businesses. I enjoy collaborating with teams, continuously learning new skills, and applying ethical AI to real-world problems.

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I’m Federico Traina, a Palermo-based AI enthusiast and current Master’s student in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Palermo. I specialize in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and data science, with experience in building end-to-end models, deploying pipelines, and exploring security considerations in AI.

As the founder of Appò, I am passionate about using technology to empower small communities and local businesses. I enjoy collaborating with teams, continuously learning new skills, and applying ethical AI to real-world problems.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Founder & Developer at Appò
January 1, 2020 - Present
Founder & Developer of Appò, a smart-town app designed to digitalize small towns (starting in Sicily) and support local businesses by enabling orders and bookings across 10+ categories (food, beauty, sports, daily services). Appò bridges tradition and innovation, helping communities modernize while preserving their identity. Free, 100% Sicilian project created to help local communities grow through technology.

Education

Master's Degree at University of Palermo - Palermo
January 1, 2024 - February 25, 2026
Bachelor's Degree at University of Palermo - Palermo
October 1, 2020 - April 1, 2024
Diploma at IISS Luigi Pirandello - Bivona
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

CyberChallenge.IT 2025 certificate
January 1, 2025 - February 25, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services