Vasilis Drettas
About Vasilis Drettas
Vasilis Drettas is a Software Engineer at TomTom in Berlin, specializing in navigation solutions and full stack development.
Current Role at TomTom
Vasilis Drettas is currently employed as a Software Engineer at TomTom, starting in 2020. Based in Berlin, he focuses on developing solutions that enhance navigation for cars. His role involves utilizing modern C++ and Kotlin for Android, contributing to the development of advanced navigation systems.
Previous Experience at TomTom
Before his current role, Vasilis Drettas worked for TomTom as an Associate Software Engineer from 2017 to 2020 in the Berlin Area, Germany. During this period, he gained significant experience in software development, honing his skills in various programming languages and development processes.
Educational Background
Vasilis Drettas has a strong academic foundation in computing and engineering. He studied at Ulster University, where he focused on Computing and Engineering and participated in Erasmus studies from 2015 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Informatics and Telecommunications from Ethnikon kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion Athinon, completed between 2013 and 2018.
Role in Development Processes
As part of a scrum team at TomTom, Vasilis Drettas actively experiments with various development processes. These include Test-Driven Development (TDD), Mob programming, and pair programming. His involvement in these methodologies facilitates a more efficient and collaborative approach to software development.
Interests and Technical Expertise
In his free time, Vasilis Drettas shows a keen interest in game development and automation using Python. His technical expertise spans across full stack development on the guidance team at TomTom, where he utilizes C++ and Android development using Java/Kotlin. These skills enable him to contribute significantly to the enhancement of navigation technologies.