Jim Biard
About Jim Biard
Jim Biard is a Senior Engineer with extensive experience in data visualization and software development. He has worked for various organizations, including ClimateAI and Vexcel Imaging, and has a strong academic background in physics.
Work at ClimateAI
Jim Biard has been employed at ClimateAI as a Senior Engineer since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing data visualization through the creation of graphical displays. His experience in developing multithreaded applications and parallel computing solutions contributes to his work at ClimateAI, where he applies his technical skills to address climate-related challenges.
Previous Experience
Before joining ClimateAI, Jim Biard held various positions in the software engineering field. He worked at Intergraph as a Software Consultant from 2001 to 2010, and at Southwest Research Institute as a Software Scientist from 1985 to 1994. Additionally, he served as an Advanced Programmer/Researcher at STG from 2010 to 2012 and has been a Senior Software Developer at Vexcel Imaging since 2020.
Education and Expertise
Jim Biard has a strong educational background in physics and computer science. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Abilene Christian University (1977-1981) and pursued graduate studies in Elementary Particle Physics at Michigan State University (1981-1984). He later obtained a Master of Science in Elementary Particle Physics from Penn State University (1984-1985). His expertise includes deep learning, object-oriented development using Python and C++, and data visualization.
Technical Skills
Jim Biard possesses a range of technical skills relevant to software development. He specializes in creating multithreaded applications and parallel computing solutions, which are critical for optimizing performance in software systems. His proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C++ supports his work in deep learning and data visualization.