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Lalith Kahatapitiya
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Former radiographer turned software engineer, combining technical prowess with strong communication skills. Excited to make a social impact through innovative technology.

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Professional Journey

Combining healthcare expertise with software engineering skills

SLIATE

Visiting Lecturer

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (SLIATE) - Anuradhapura
2024 - Present

Delivering specialized IT education to higher diploma students, focusing on software analysis, enterprise architecture, and business analysis at the Anuradhapura campus. My responsibilities include:

  • Teaching first-year students in Software Analysis and Design (HNDIT2032)
  • Guiding second-year students in Enterprise Architecture (HNDIT4232) and Business Analysis (HNDIT4222)
  • Designing assessments and fostering practical skills to prepare students for industry-relevant roles
  • Implementing hands-on learning approaches to enhance student engagement and comprehension
W3 campus

Visiting Lecturer

World Wide Wisdom Campus (PVT) Ltd
2023 Jun - Present

Leading the IT6105 Software Development Project module for the BIT Degree Program, providing comprehensive guidance to students throughout their project lifecycle. My responsibilities include:

  • Designing curriculum that bridges theoretical concepts with practical industry applications
  • Mentoring students through complex software architecture decisions
  • Evaluating project deliverables with detailed technical feedback
  • Facilitating workshops on emerging technologies and methodologies
Asiri Hospital

Radiographer

Asiri Group of Hospital Kandy (PVT) Ltd
2022 Feb - Present

Providing specialized diagnostic imaging services using state-of-the-art medical equipment, contributing to accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

  • Perform digital radiography examinations with precision, producing high-quality diagnostic images
  • Conduct specialized dental imaging including OPG and lateral cephalograms
  • Execute C-RAM procedures for interventional cases across multiple specialties
  • Operate advanced CT and MRI equipment for detailed cross-sectional imaging
  • Ensure exceptional patient care while maintaining efficient workflow
Equipment Expertise:
Philips technology GE technology Care Stream
developers in

Co-Founder

Developers-in (PVT) Ltd
2020 Sep - 2021 Dec

Co-founded a software development company specializing in enterprise solutions, leading both technical and business operations.

  • Architected full-stack applications using Spring Framework with Thymeleaf frontend
  • Implemented strategic business initiatives across finance, HR, and marketing
  • Led development teams through complete software development lifecycle
  • Established agile development practices and quality assurance protocols
Technologies:
java spring boot thymeleaf react
W3 campus

Director and Lecturer

World Wide Wisdom Campus (PVT) Ltd
2020 Jun - 2023 Jun

Served in dual capacity as both academic leader and strategic director, driving institutional growth while maintaining educational excellence.

  • Developed and implemented data-driven strategies for finance and marketing departments
  • Coordinated the IT6105 Software Development Project module curriculum
  • Supervised student projects with focus on industry-relevant technologies
  • Established partnerships with technology companies for student internships
Nawaloka

Radiographer

Nawaloka Medicare (PVT) Ltd - Gampaha
2019 Feb - 2020 Jan

Provided comprehensive radiographic services with focus on diagnostic excellence and patient care.

  • Performed over 1,800 digital radiography examinations
  • Conducted specialized dental imaging procedures
  • Optimized patient workflow while maintaining quality standards
OSRO Hospital

Radiographer

OSRO Hospital (PVT) Ltd - Mawanella
2022 Feb - 2022 Sep

Delivered comprehensive radiographic services in a community hospital setting, focusing on patient-centered care and diagnostic excellence.

  • Conducted over 800 digital radiography examinations with high precision
  • Performed specialized dental imaging procedures providing detailed visualization
  • Optimized patient flow while maintaining compassionate care standards
  • Collaborated with medical practitioners to ensure diagnostic accuracy
Balasooriya

Radiographer

Balasooriya Hospital (PVT) Ltd
2018 Oct - 2019 Apr

Delivered diagnostic imaging services with emphasis on technical precision and patient comfort.

  • Executed over 1,100 digital radiography examinations
  • Performed specialized dental imaging procedures
  • Maintained efficient patient flow while ensuring quality care
Sri Lanka Army

Non Commissioned Officer

Sri Lanka Army
2009 Apr - 2016 Apr

Served with distinction in the Sri Lanka Army for seven years, developing exceptional leadership, discipline, and medical support skills across diverse environments.

  • Maintained current health knowledge and implemented preventive measures
  • Trained personnel on vital public health skills and disease prevention
  • Managed comprehensive healthcare documentation systems
  • Collaborated with medical officers to deliver excellent patient care
  • Adapted to evolving medical technologies to enhance unit preparedness

Education

Academic qualifications in technology and healthcare

University of Peradeniya

Master of Computer Science

Postgraduate Institute of Science at University of Peradeniya
Sep 2020
University of Colombo

Bachelor of Information Technology

University of Colombo School of Computing
2015-2018
Sri Lanka School of Radiography

Higher Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography

Sri Lanka School of Radiography
2014-2016
ESOFT Metro Campus

Diploma in Business Management

ESOFT Metro Campus
2019-2020
CIPM

Foundation of Human Resource Management

Chartered Institute of Personnel Management
2016-2016

Online Learning & Certifications

Continuous professional development through online platforms and certification programs.

Coursera
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Deep Learning for Healthcare
  • Software Engineering Best Practices
Cisco Networking Academy
  • CCNA: Introduction to Networks
  • Network Security Fundamentals
  • IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software

Teaching Experience

Dedicated to fostering the next generation of software engineers and IT professionals

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching approach combines theoretical foundations with practical industry applications, creating an engaging learning environment that prepares students for real-world challenges. I believe in fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning, collaborative exercises, and continuous feedback.

I am committed to equipping students with both technical expertise and critical thinking skills necessary to excel in their IT careers, with particular emphasis on software engineering practices and business analysis methodologies.

Course Development & Instruction

SLIATE Higher Diploma Courses

Currently teaching and developing materials for:

  • Software Analysis and Design (HNDIT2032)
  • Enterprise Architecture (HNDIT4232)
  • Business Analysis (HNDIT4222)
  • Industry-standard modeling techniques and tools
  • Software development lifecycle methodologies
Previous Course: IT6105

Designed and delivered curriculum for BIT degree program, covering:

  • Software architecture principles and design patterns
  • Agile development methodologies and team collaboration
  • Full-stack application development with modern frameworks
  • Testing strategies and quality assurance practices
  • DevOps principles and continuous integration

Publications & Research

Academic contributions and research interests in software engineering

Research Interests

Medical Image Analysis
  • Computer-aided diagnosis systems
  • Medical image segmentation techniques
  • Feature extraction from radiological images
  • Software solutions for diagnostic imaging
AI & Deep Learning Applications
  • Convolutional Neural Networks for image classification
  • Transfer learning in limited medical datasets
  • Explainable AI for healthcare applications
  • Deep learning model optimization techniques
Agricultural Software Systems
  • Crop disease detection through image analysis
  • AI-powered decision support systems for agriculture
  • Real-time monitoring systems for agricultural applications
  • Integration of IoT devices with agricultural platforms

Academic Profiles

Membership & Licenses

Professional affiliations and certifications

Computer Society of Sri Lanka

Register Number : M2225

Sri Lanka Medical Council

Register Number : 0697

Society of Radiological Technologist

Register Number : 0742

Featured Projects

Innovative applications with educational and research applications

BrainBoost - MCQ Learning Platform

Enhance your learning journey with our student-friendly web app. Test your knowledge through multiple-choice questions (MCQs), while teachers can create customized test papers with easy download options.

Educational Applications:
  • Serves as a case study for educational technology development
  • Demonstrates assessment system design and implementation
  • Showcases user role management and permission-based features
Technologies:
Spring Boot Hibernate Thymeleaf JavaMail Bootstrap jQuery Font Awesome

Open Source Contribution

Software tools and extensions developed for the community