Patricia Sheatsley is a Senior Product Engineer at Esri, specializing in ArcGIS Maritime, an essential extension for maritime professionals. In her current role, she serves as the Product Owner for the Custom Chart Builder, a cutting-edge web application designed to streamline the creation of nautical...
Patricia Sheatsley is a Senior Product Engineer at Esri, specializing in ArcGIS Maritime, an essential extension for maritime professionals. In her current role, she serves as the Product Owner for the Custom Chart Builder, a cutting-edge web application designed to streamline the creation of nautical charts. This innovative tool allows users to rapidly generate customized charts, significantly enhancing the efficiency of nautical chart production workflows. Patricia's expertise in hydrography and geomatics informs her approach to product development, ensuring that the solutions she oversees are not only technically robust but also user-friendly and tailored to meet the specific needs of the maritime industry.
In addition to her role with the Custom Chart Builder, Patricia is actively involved in the Products on Demand (PoD) application, where she provides critical input into product design. Her focus on simplicity and configurability ensures that the tools developed are accessible to a wide range of users, from seasoned cartographers to those new to the field. Collaborating closely with software development teams, she plays a pivotal role in defining and developing applications that leverage advanced technologies, including Python and databases, to enhance data analysis capabilities.
Patricia also serves as Esri's liaison for the Nautical Cartography Working Group, where she contributes her insights on industry trends and best practices. Her commitment to authoring comprehensive help documentation further empowers users to effectively utilize and configure the tools at their disposal. With a strong foundation in GPS technology and internal audit processes, Patricia continues to drive innovation in maritime cartography, positioning Esri as a leader in the field.
