autodidact
[aw-tuh-dy-akt]
nounpl: autodidacts
autodidata
1. A person who has taught themselves a subject or skill without formal education or instruction from others
He is an autodidact who learned programming entirely through online resources and experimentation.
Ele é um autodidata que aprendeu programação inteiramente através de recursos online e experimentação.
2. Someone who is self-taught and has acquired knowledge independently
Many successful entrepreneurs are autodidacts who built their expertise through practical experience.
Muitos empresários bem-sucedidos são autodidatas que construíram sua expertise através da experiência prática.
In Brazil, 'autodidata' is increasingly common in tech and entrepreneurship contexts, particularly among younger professionals. In the USA, 'autodidact' carries a somewhat intellectual or formal tone and is often used as a compliment in academic and creative circles. The term gained popularity during the tech boom as self-taught programmers and designers became highly valued despite lacking traditional credentials.
NYC Slang
self-taught hustler (in street vernacular referring to someone who learned skills independently)
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