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About
Introduction
Ryan Hughes is an experienced R&D software engineer and researcher with extensive experience spanning various industries, from manufacturing to construction and quantitative finance. As the Founder and CEO of Graph Consult, Ryan leverages his expertise in computational techniques, discrete mathematics, AI and network analysis to solve complex problems and lead diverse teams toward exceptional outcomes.
Experience
Ryan's career is marked by significant roles such as Principal Research Engineer at xbuild, Head of Technology at Stykka, and Robotics Lab Manager at Aarhus School of Architecture. He has a strong background in software development, with proficiency in .NET, C++, React and JavaScript, among others. Ryan's work includes developing algorithms for geometric manipulation, quantitative finance, and industrial automation, and creating plugins for major CAD/CAM packages.
Current Work
Throughout his career, Ryan has been involved in numerous high-profile projects and research initiatives, including collaborations with Zaha Hadid Architects, Arup Engineers, and Segway Robotics. His contributions to the fields of architectural robotics and computational design are well-recognized. He now works with various organisations promoting Open-Source Construction and Computational Design, as well as partnering with cloud providers such as IBM and Google, where he is a certified AI specialist.