Rita Zhang is a highly accomplished software engineer and entrepreneur, currently serving as the Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft. Rita graduated from the prestigious University of California, Berkeley, with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, setting the foundation for her exceptional career in the tech industry. Rita's background includes founding her own corporation, Brocel, as well as holding key leadership positions at major technology companies such as GE Software and IBM. Throughout her career, Rita has excelled as a software engineer, consultant, team lead, and IT specialist. Her diverse background provides a wealth of expertise, both in leadership and technical capacities, making her an exceptionally well-rounded professional.