About Scott Hassan
Scott Hassan is a pioneering American computer scientist and entrepreneur, best known as an early Google engineer and the founder of Willow Garage, a robotics research lab and technology incubator. He also founded eGroups, which was later acquired by Yahoo and became Yahoo Groups. Hassan is a key figure in the open-source robotics movement, having spearheaded the development of the Robot Operating System (ROS) through Willow Garage.
Career

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Founder
Software Developer
Software Developer
Research Assistant
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Software Consultant
Software Consultant
Education
MS
MS - Computer Science
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MS - Computer Science
BS
BS - Computer Science

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Skills
Core technical and professional competencies derived from pioneering work in software and robotics.
Python
C++
Distributed Systems
Linux
Software Architecture
Open Source Development (ROS)
Robotics
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Science
Search Engine Technology
Founding & Incubation
Strategic Planning
Team Leadership
Product Vision
Venture Capital
Domains
Robotics, Open Source Software, AI/ML, Distributed Systems
Internet Technology, Search Engines, Telepresence
Tags
Pioneer, Visionary, Media-Shy, Philanthropic, Technical Leader
Future of Robotics, Open Source, Innovation, Long-Term Impact
Frequently Asked Questions
A factual summary of Scott Hassan's career focusing on his founding roles and key technical contributions.
Was Scott Hassan an early Google engineer?
What company did Scott Hassan found in robotics?
He founded Willow Garage Inc. in 2006, which became a key robotics research lab and technology incubator.
Did Scott Hassan spearhead the Robot Operating System?
Yes, through Willow Garage, he spearheaded the development of the Robot Operating System (ROS), a key project in the open-source robotics movement.
What happened to Scott Hassan's company eGroups?
eGroups, which he founded in 1998, was acquired by Yahoo in 2000 and subsequently became known as Yahoo Groups.
When did Scott Hassan leave Suitable Technologies?
He was involved with Suitable Technologies, Inc. from 2011 until February 2020, following his work at Willow Garage.


