Tom McQuillan

Hi, I’m Tom McQuillan, Senior Software Engineer at JKI, where I develop cutting-edge LabVIEW tools and help our customers tackle complex engineering challenges. I also contribute to the VIPM development team—my workdays are packed with everything from designing elegant developer tools to supporting high-performance test systems across industries like medical research, aerospace, and even Formula 1. My journey started with a Master’s in Electrical Engineering, where I first encountered LabVIEW. I began my career at Control Software Solutions and then moved to National Instruments, where I taught advanced LabVIEW across Europe and earned CLA, CLED, and CTA certifications. That experience sparked a lasting passion for sharing knowledge, which I continue through teaching, mentoring, and community work. After leaving NI, I worked for Scientifica developing microscopy software to aid in neuroscience research. During my time at Scientifica, I continued to teach LabVIEW training courses as a Certified Professional Instructor (CPI). Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with various NI Alliance Partners, designing and developing test systems for some pretty exciting industries: aerospace, automotive, and even Formula 1! It's always a privilege to see equipment I worked on in the pit lane at Silverstone. These days at JKI, I combine my experience to deliver software solutions that make a real impact—and I never stop learning. Outside of project work, I’m heavily involved in the LabVIEW community. I serve on the GDevCon Europe committee and speak regularly at conferences. You might know me from my YouTube channel, Tom’s LabVIEW Adventure, where I simplify topics like Actor Framework and OOP for LabVIEW devs worldwide. When I’m not coding or creating content, I’m probably at the piano—still learning, still having fun. Thanks for reading, and I hope to see you in the LabVIEW community or at an upcoming event! —Tom