Luis Padilla

Senior Consultant

As a senior consultant in software litigation, Luis Padilla provides insight from expertise in hardware design and software development. Holding a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, he has acquired knowledge in various technology domains, including computer architecture, digital systems, FPGA/ASIC implementations, firmware, operating systems, embedded systems, cloud computing, and cellular protocols.

Luis is proficient in computer programming, digital system design, computer architecture, and firmware implementations. His engagement in significant litigation consulting demonstrates his versatility in the technical and legal aspects of technology. Paired with strong communication skills, Luis excels at making complex technical concepts digestible for non-technical people.

He delves into source-code discovery for patent infringement cases and other software litigation matters.

Summary of Qualifications

Serves as a software consultant and source-code analyst in litigation, demonstrating practical application of technical knowledge.
Comprehensive knowledge in hardware design, including digital systems, computer architecture, and FPGA/ASIC implementations.
Experience in technology domains such as operating systems, embedded systems, UX/UI design, networking, IoT, cloud computing, and cybersecurity.
Skilled in multiple programming languages (C, C++, Java, Python) and familiar with others like Kubernetes and Verilog.
Holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from Texas A&M University.

Areas of Expertise

Technology Domains
Hardware Design Areas, Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, UX/UI, Networking and IoT, Cloud Computing, CyberSecurity, LTE/5G Cellular Protocols.
Hardware Technology Areas
Digital System Design, Computer Architecture, FPGA/ASIC Implementations, Analog Circuit Design, Power Management.
Software Technology Areas
C, C++, Verilog, Java, Python, and Kubernetes. Exposed to C#, JavaScript, SystemC, and HTML.
Platforms
Worked with Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS.

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