Brian Cato

Brian Cato has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. Brian is currently working as a Software Developer at Lab49, where they complete client projects using Python, React, GraphQL, Angular, and Next.js. Brian analyzes client codebases and provides solutions for identified problems.

Prior to Lab49, Brian worked as a Freelance Software Engineer at BC Studio, taking on small projects involving JavaScript, React, Python, GraphQL, Redux, Context, Node.js, and Hooks. Brian also had a role as a Novelist, tutor, and occasional freelancer during their time at BC Studio.

Before BC Studio, Brian was a Software Engineer, Frontend at Schrödinger, where they played a key role in the Live Design team. Their responsibilities included architecting, implementing, and debugging new features using JS/React/ExtJS in a Redux-like environment. Brian also worked on minor feature improvements using JS/React/ExtJS and sometimes Django/Python throughout Live Design.

Brian's earlier work experience includes being a Freelance Tutor at WyzAnt Tutoring, an MCAT Instructor at The Princeton Review, and a Staff Chemist at Merck. As a Staff Chemist at Merck, they were involved in designing and executing automated organic synthesis, overseeing and maintaining LC/MS systems, and performing custom and automated HPLC purifications.

Overall, Brian Cato has a strong background in software development, particularly in frontend technologies, and a solid foundation in chemistry-related roles.

Brian Cato holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Chemistry from Brown University. The specific start and end years of their education at this institution are not provided.