Billy Platte
About Billy Platte
Billy Platte is a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in a technology stack that includes Node.js, NestJs, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL. He focuses on delivering data-driven insights for investors in the private equity sector and has a background in software development from various companies, including Agilutions and DXC Technology.
Work at Forge
Billy Platte currently holds the position of Senior Software Engineer at Forge, where he has been employed since 2022. In this role, he utilizes a technology stack that includes Node.js, NestJs, TypeScript, Prisma, PostgreSQL, REST, and GraphQL. His work focuses on delivering data-driven insights that assist investors in making informed decisions within the private equity sector. He also leads the development of an innovative API designed to enhance transparency in the private equity market.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his role at Forge, Billy Platte worked at Agilutions as a Software Developer from 2018 to 2021 for three years in Denver. Before that, he was employed at DXC Technology, where he served as a Service Information Developer I from 2015 to 2017 and then as a Service Information Developer II from 2017 to 2018, both positions based in El Paso, Texas. His experience spans various aspects of software development, contributing to his current expertise.
Education and Expertise
Billy Platte earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a focus on Information Systems from New Mexico State University. His studies spanned from 2010 to 2015. This educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both business principles and technical skills, which he applies in his current role as a Senior Software Engineer.
Technical Skills and Tools
In his professional capacity, Billy Platte employs a range of technologies and tools to enhance software performance and reliability. His expertise includes the use of GitHub Actions to automate software workflows, which improves both efficiency and the quality of deliverables. His technical skills encompass a variety of programming languages and frameworks, enabling him to contribute effectively to complex software projects.
Early Career Experience
Before entering the software development field, Billy Platte worked as a Delivery Driver for Jimmy John's from 2013 to 2015. This early career experience provided him with valuable insights into customer service and operational efficiency, which he later applied in his technical roles.