Scott Ragan
About Scott Ragan
Scott Ragan is a Sr. Software Engineer at the Rust Foundation, known for his contributions to digital identity solutions, including mobile driver's licenses (mDLs) and their global standardization.
Scott Ragan: Sr. Software Engineer at Rust Foundation
Scott Ragan serves as a Senior Software Engineer at the Rust Foundation. The Rust Foundation is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to stewarding the Rust programming language. His role involves substantial technical contributions to the foundation, focusing on software development and engineering advancements in Rust.
Scott Ragan and Mobile Driver's License (mDL) Initiatives
Scott Ragan has been instrumental in several initiatives surrounding mobile driver's licenses (mDLs). He took part in a successful interoperability event aimed at supporting the global implementation of mobile driver's licenses and digital IDs. He also participated in the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) limited testing for mDL acceptance at TSA PreCheck® lanes in participating airports. His efforts have significantly expanded California's mDL program, introducing an app that features face biometrics and liveness detection.
Scott Ragan and Digital Identity Standardization
In addition to his work with mDLs, Scott Ragan has been involved in the testing of mobile driver's license interoperability with government officials and businesses. These activities are part of a broader effort to achieve digital identity standardization. His contributions help ensure that digital driver's licenses and ID cards are accessible on mobile phones, making identification more streamlined and secure.
Scott Ragan and the Rust Foundation's Leadership Team
Under Scott Ragan's tenure at the Rust Foundation, the organization hired key figures to strengthen its leadership team. Wei Sun was appointed as the VP, Head of Engineering, and David Kelts was brought on as the Director, Head of Credible Platform. These strategic hires have bolstered the foundation's ability to foster the development and adoption of the Rust programming language.
Scott Ragan's Role in $34 Million Series A Funding Round
Scott Ragan played a significant role in a Series A funding round where the Rust Foundation raised $34 million. Led by Andreessen Horowitz and featuring participation from Y Combinator and Okta Ventures, this funding round aims to further enhance the foundation's initiatives in software development and digital identity solutions.