Harlan Husmann
About Harlan Husmann
Harlan Husmann is a Software Design Engineer at Patterson Companies, Inc., with a robust background in software development and engineering. He previously held various roles at Microsoft, contributing significantly to product releases and innovation, and has earned multiple awards and patents throughout his career.
Work at Patterson Companies
Harlan Husmann has been employed at Patterson Companies, Inc. as a Software Design Engineer since 2016. In this role, he focuses on software development and design, contributing to the company's technological advancements. His experience in software engineering and development allows him to play a significant part in creating solutions that meet the needs of the organization.
Experience at Microsoft
Harlan Husmann worked at Microsoft in various capacities from 2010 to 2014. He served as a Software Development Engineer/Test – Manager for the Dynamics division for two years, where he managed testing and development processes. Following this role, he became the Leader of Engineering Excellence, focusing on improving engineering practices. He also held the position of Software Development Engineer within the Dynamics team, contributing to product development and optimization.
Education and Expertise
Harlan Husmann holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of St. Thomas. His undergraduate studies were completed at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics. This educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in software engineering and development.
Innovations and Contributions
Harlan Husmann has made significant contributions to software engineering, evidenced by his eight patent applications. He has demonstrated expertise in modernizing software applications by migrating several .NET Framework solutions to .NET 6. His work includes creating infrastructure for measuring code coverage of ASP.NET web services and developing tools that enhance code quality, such as a code analyzer for the Microsoft Compiler Platform ('Roslyn').
Recognition and Awards
During his tenure at Microsoft, Harlan Husmann received 14 'Ship It' awards, which recognize substantial contributions to product releases. He also achieved 'As Appropriate' interviewer status, a distinction awarded to fewer than 5% of interviewers, highlighting his expertise in the hiring process. His recognition reflects his commitment to excellence in software development and engineering.