Kalan Chan
About Kalan Chan
Kalan Chan is a Software Engineer currently working at Sourcegraph, with a background in various engineering roles at TELUS. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alberta and has a strong interest in software architecture and Cloud DevOps.
Work at Sourcegraph
Kalan Chan has been employed at Sourcegraph as a Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing developer experience through Cloud DevOps practices. His contributions include involvement in the development of tools and features that streamline workflows for developers, ensuring efficient integration and deployment processes.
Previous Experience at TELUS
Kalan Chan has held multiple positions at TELUS, showcasing a diverse skill set in software engineering and project management. He worked as a Project Engineer in Outside Plant Engineering for 11 months in 2018. He then transitioned to various software engineering roles, including Infrastructure and Data Centers, API Integrations, and Cloud DevOps, accumulating valuable experience from 2019 to 2022. His roles involved developing and integrating software solutions that supported TELUS's operational objectives.
Education and Expertise
Kalan Chan earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alberta, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in software engineering, particularly in areas related to software architecture and development tools. He has a keen interest in experimenting with new technologies to improve software solutions.
Contributions to Software Development
Kalan Chan has made significant contributions to the development of Cody for VS Code, participating in the releases of versions 1.8.0 and 1.6.0, as well as being involved in the development of version 0.18.0. His work in these projects demonstrates his commitment to advancing software tools that enhance the coding experience for developers.
Personal Interests
In his personal time, Kalan Chan enjoys running, plane spotting, and reading. These activities reflect his diverse interests outside of his professional life, contributing to a well-rounded lifestyle that balances work and leisure.