Yingxin(jeffery) Chen
About Yingxin(jeffery) Chen
Yingxin (Jeffery) Chen is a Principal Software Engineer at Cvent, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in software development, particularly in C++ and Python, and holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Computer Science.
Work at Cvent
Yingxin Chen has been employed at Cvent since 2014, progressing through various roles. He started as a Senior Software Engineer, where he worked for four years until 2018. Following this, he served as a Lead Software Engineer for two years until 2020. Currently, he holds the position of Principal Software Engineer, a role he has maintained for four years. His work at Cvent involves leveraging his extensive experience in software development and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Yingxin Chen holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Northeastern University in China, which he completed from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Computer Science from Concordia University, studying from 2005 to 2007. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software development, particularly in C++ and Python programming.
Background in Software Development
Before his tenure at Cvent, Yingxin Chen worked at BlackBerry as a Software Developer II from 2012 to 2014. His career in software development spans over a decade, during which he has gained significant experience in various programming languages and technologies. He has developed skills in version control systems, relational database design, and third-party libraries.
Technical Skills and Experience
Yingxin Chen possesses over four years of experience in C++ development, particularly in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). He has expertise in Python development, utilizing libraries such as NumPy and SciPy. His technical skills extend to client/server architecture and relational database design, specifically with Postgres and Oracle Server. Additionally, he has experience with Cloudera, Hadoop MapReduce, and Sqoop.
Proficiency in Various Technologies
Yingxin Chen has strong proficiency in a wide range of technologies, including XML, JSP, JDBC, SQL, JSON, JavaScript, Swing, Maven, and UML. His extensive experience with third-party libraries, such as Boost and Prof-UIS, further enhances his capabilities as a software engineer. This diverse skill set allows him to contribute effectively to complex software development projects.