Lae Kettavong
About Lae Kettavong
Lae Kettavong is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and a strong background in computer science. He has contributed to multiple open-source projects and has worked for several companies, including Trellis, SkillSoft, and Sharp Notions, while continuously updating his technical skills.
Current Role at Trellis
Lae Kettavong has been serving as a Senior Software Engineer at Trellis since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing scalable solutions aimed at enhancing sign-up and conversion rates. His expertise in various technologies supports the company's objectives in delivering effective software solutions.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to joining Trellis, Lae Kettavong held several positions in software engineering. He worked at SkillSoft as a Senior Software Engineer for ten years, from 2008 to 2018. He also served as a Senior Software Engineer at Sharp Notions, LLC from 2019 to 2021, and at Coolfront Technologies for nine months in 2013. His earlier experience includes roles at Windstream and Elo TouchSystems.
Educational Background
Lae Kettavong studied at the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 2002 to 2007. He also obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the same institution, completing his studies from 1993 to 1999. This diverse educational background supports his multifaceted approach to software engineering.
Technical Skills and Certifications
Lae Kettavong possesses a wide range of technical skills, including proficiency in Java, RDBMS, RESTful APIs, Node.js, TypeScript, React, and AWS. He holds an Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 6 Programmer certification and has completed a Node.js Master Class certification. His expertise enables him to utilize various tools such as AWS Lambda, Kubernetes Service Discovery, and HashiCorp Vault.
Open Source Contributions
Lae Kettavong has developed and published multiple open-source npm packages, including aire-checker, aire-console, and aire-faker. He has also contributed to the popular date-fns npm package, showcasing his commitment to the open-source community and his ability to create valuable software tools.