William Hicklin

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About William Hicklin

I am a scientist at heart, applying the scientific method to understand and solve complex problems. My inquisitive approach has led me deep into embedded systems, kernels, and drivers, while exposing me to web and cloud development along the way. I'm passionate about building secure, reliable software systems through modern approaches and languages. As an advocate for Rust in embedded systems, I actively contribute to open-source projects that advance safer alternatives to C in critical applications. My work spans from low-level embedded development to smart home protocols, with a focus on creating maintainable, well-tested code. I thrive on collaborative problem-solving and knowledge sharing, helping teams adopt new technologies and improve development practices. My experience with the Matter smart home standard has strengthened my ability to work across organisational boundaries to define specifications and implement complex features.