Wei Hua Li
About Wei Hua Li
Wei Hua Li is the Cofounder and CTO of Thunkable, where he has contributed to the development of a no-code platform that simplifies mobile app creation. He has a background in research and development from prestigious institutions such as MIT and has held various internships in finance and technology.
Work at Thunkable
Wei Hua Li serves as the Cofounder and CTO of Thunkable since 2016. Under his leadership, Thunkable developed a no-code platform that allows users to create native mobile applications without the need for coding skills. He implemented a drag-and-drop interface to simplify the app creation process for users with varying levels of technical expertise. Additionally, he introduced extensible integrations and open APIs to enhance the platform's app development capabilities. His efforts contributed to making native app development more accessible and enabled users to publish their apps directly to marketplaces.
Education and Expertise
Wei Hua Li holds a Master’s Degree in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, which he completed from 2014 to 2015. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Economics from MIT, studying there from 2011 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation in technology and analytics, which he applies in his current role at Thunkable and throughout his career.
Background
Wei Hua Li has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in technology and finance. He began his career with internships at Citi and Ramirez & Co. in finance-related positions. He later transitioned to technology roles, including internships at JPMorgan Chase and AppDynamics, where he gained experience in high-frequency trading and software engineering. His research experience at MIT CSAIL and MIT Media Lab further solidified his expertise in technology and innovation.
Achievements
During his tenure at Thunkable, Wei Hua Li has played a significant role in the company's growth, supporting over three million users on the platform. He was part of the App Inventor team at MIT, where he recognized the potential for no-code app development. His contributions to Thunkable have made native app development more accessible to a broader audience, allowing users to create and publish apps efficiently.