Lay Patel

Lay Patel is a skilled software engineer currently working at NETSCOUT, focusing on parsing application layer protocols for monitoring and analysis. Recent experience includes developing a mid-air gesture and speech model as a research assistant at Penn State University, which enhanced typing speed through ChatGPT integration. Lay's academic background includes a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Penn State University, with research on 5G vulnerabilities. Previous roles encompass cybersecurity consulting at EY, leading a technical team for the AI-based Food AId application, and contributing to the development of a food scanning app for diabetic patients. Lay has also served as a learning assistant and mentor at Penn State, demonstrating a commitment to education and community.