Full-Stack Developer • AI Technologist • UI/UX Designer
With over 20 years of experience in full-stack software development, mobile applications, and user experience (UX) design, Derrick Pedranti has spent his career building technology that is both powerful and easy to use. He has worked across a wide range of industries, helping organizations design, develop, and scale modern software systems.
In recent years, Derrick has focused heavily on Artificial Intelligence, including the design and implementation of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and agentic AI systems. His work integrates leading cloud and AI platforms such as AWS Bedrock, Azure OpenAI, and Google Cloud Vertex AI, enabling secure, accurate, and practical AI solutions that support real-world decision-making.
Derrick’s goal is to help the next generation see AI as a tool for opportunity, not something to fear — whether they’re interested in technology, skilled trades, creative careers, healthcare, or leadership roles — and to encourage students to learn the skills they’ll need to thrive in an AI-driven world.