Shaowei Zhang
About Shaowei Zhang
Shaowei Zhang is a Software Engineer at Yale University, where he has worked since 2011. He has a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Boston University and has previously held positions at InSource, Inc., Genaissance Pharmaceuticals, and Agencourt Bioscience.
Current Role at Yale University
Shaowei Zhang has served as a Software Engineer at Yale University since 2011. In this role, he focuses on the development and maintenance of Sakai, an open-source learning management system utilized by the university. His work contributes to enhancing the educational experience for students and faculty at Yale.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current position, Shaowei Zhang held several software engineering roles. He worked at Genaissance Pharmaceuticals from 2001 to 2004 and at InSource, Inc. as a Senior Software Engineer from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, he served as a Consultant at Agencourt Bioscience for 11 months in 2005. These positions provided him with diverse experiences in software development across different industries.
Educational Background and Expertise
Shaowei Zhang earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics from Boston University, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. His academic background in mathematics underpins his expertise in software engineering, particularly in developing algorithms and systems for educational applications.
Involvement in Open-Source Software Development
Shaowei Zhang has been actively involved in the development of open-source software tailored for educational institutions. His contributions to Sakai at Yale University exemplify his commitment to improving educational tools through collaborative software development.