An developer specializes in using (Health Level Seven International) standards to create, implement, and maintain software for healthcare systems. They design interfaces that enable effective communication between different healthcare systems, ensuring patient data can be shared securely and accurately. They troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data exchange and integration. Their work is crucial for interoperability, as they ensure that disparate healthcare applications can understand and interpret the data they exchange. They also need to stay updated on changes in standards and regulations related to healthcare data exchange.