Author Details

With extensive experience in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), product development, and software engineering education, Bill Hughes has a proven track record of leading technical teams and mentoring future engineers. He specializes in C#, PHP, Java, Python, HTML, CSS, MSSQL, and MySQL, with deep expertise in API design. His experience spans across mobile application development (iOS and Android) and enterprise web applications using modern frameworks.

As a Professor and Program Chair of Software Engineering at Grand Canyon University, Bill shapes the next generation of software engineers, bringing real-world expertise into the classroom. His career includes training engineering teams at General Motors, Ford, Nissan, and Toyota, as well as leading software architecture and development teams in various industries.

Previously, Bill served as Senior Software Engineer, where he managed a software team to automate workflows and implemented Agile Scrum methodologies. As the founder and President of Web CD Productions, he successfully led web application development and software design projects, leveraging industry best practices to build scalable and secure solutions.

His leadership extends beyond software engineering, with experience in product marketing, strategic planning, and technical consulting, particularly in the areas of market forecasting, cost-benefit analysis, and technology roadmaps.

Beyond his professional career, Bill is an active mentor and leader, serving in church governance, business mentorship, and outdoor leadership. As a certified backcountry guide, he leads hiking expeditions across Arizona and the Grand Canyon, sharing his passion for adventure and leadership.

Bill holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering from DeVry Institute of Technology, graduating with distinction in both programs.