Patrick Cedrowski is the Chief Technology Officer and Head of Product at Localized, where he expertly harnesses AI technologies and plans industry-specific events to assist students from underdeveloped markets in starting their careers and finding employment. He is also the visionary behind Inlet Media, a New York company that provides AI-powered tools to help podcast creators host and monetize their content effectively.
He was integral in creating "Wellow," WeightWatcher's first application compatible with Alexa/Google Assistant, designed to ease food tracking and managing dietary points for users. His passion for the forefront of technological advancements is complemented by his dedication to mentoring emerging engineers, guiding them through the industry's complexities, and helping them forge successful careers.
His extensive expertise covers everything from backend API development to SaaS deployment and mobile app development. He is also proficient in newer technological fields like AI, LLM orchestration, and augmented reality, using these technologies to streamline business operations and enhance user engagement.
Raised in a household that stressed the importance of academic excellence, his passion for technology developed early. He attended Montclair Kimberley Academy in New Jersey, a renowned private school known for its strong technology curriculum. He then proceeded to Montclair State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics, deeply exploring subatomic particles.
His solid grounding in science and math propelled him to further his technological education. He earned a Master of Computer Science from Stevens Institute of Technology, where he specialized in Software Engineering and Cyber Security. He remains dedicated to lifelong learning, maintaining several certifications, including Certified Reviewer for Java, Node, and Javascript, Certified Scrum Master, Android Developer Certification, and AWS Cloud Certification.
In his leadership role at Localized, Patrick Cedrowski directs a diverse team of frontend, backend, and mobile engineers, applying AGILE methodologies to steer product development and achieve strategic objectives. He has led significant upgrades to the company's React Native application and developed state-of-the-art data management systems.
As the co-founder and CTO of Inlet, he has overseen the enhancement of live-streaming video technology to achieve greater scalability and lower latency. He has recently pivoted the platform to focus on AI-driven podcasting tools to better support content creators in managing and monetizing their work on platforms like Spotify and iTunes.
