Hi, I'm Ajit Kohir, a passionate tech entrepreneur and developer with expertise in immersive technologies. As the founder of Avidia Labs, I'm dedicated to redefining STEM education using AR/VR and gamification. With over a decade of experience spanning startups and multinational companies, I focus on delivering impactful and scalable products that benefit thousands across education and consumer sectors. I thrive on building cross-functional teams and exploring cutting-edge AI and immersive tech to create innovative learning solutions. When I'm not leading product development or raising funds, I enjoy developing interactive experiences that blend technology with education. I believe in continuous learning and am always excited to connect with like-minded professionals in the startup ecosystem. Let's create the future of immersive learning together!

Ajit Kohir

Hi, I'm Ajit Kohir, a passionate tech entrepreneur and developer with expertise in immersive technologies. As the founder of Avidia Labs, I'm dedicated to redefining STEM education using AR/VR and gamification. With over a decade of experience spanning startups and multinational companies, I focus on delivering impactful and scalable products that benefit thousands across education and consumer sectors. I thrive on building cross-functional teams and exploring cutting-edge AI and immersive tech to create innovative learning solutions. When I'm not leading product development or raising funds, I enjoy developing interactive experiences that blend technology with education. I believe in continuous learning and am always excited to connect with like-minded professionals in the startup ecosystem. Let's create the future of immersive learning together!

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Hi, I’m Ajit Kohir, a passionate tech entrepreneur and developer with expertise in immersive technologies. As the founder of Avidia Labs, I’m dedicated to redefining STEM education using AR/VR and gamification. With over a decade of experience spanning startups and multinational companies, I focus on delivering impactful and scalable products that benefit thousands across education and consumer sectors. I thrive on building cross-functional teams and exploring cutting-edge AI and immersive tech to create innovative learning solutions.

When I’m not leading product development or raising funds, I enjoy developing interactive experiences that blend technology with education. I believe in continuous learning and am always excited to connect with like-minded professionals in the startup ecosystem. Let’s create the future of immersive learning together!

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Work Experience

Chief Technical Officer at Avidia Labs
April 1, 2018 - June 18, 2024
Led Avidia Labs, an edtech startup revolutionizing STEM education through AR/VR and gamification. Developed and launched Gen-AI based learning products for physics, chemistry, and biology. Built and managed a team of 25+ members across product development, marketing, and operations. Delivered workshops and seminars to promote experiential learning adoption. Responsible for business planning, user research, MVP design, go-to-market strategy, and fundraising.
Professional Freelancer at Rizort
March 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Contributed as a WebGL developer to enhance user experience through interactive 3D content using Three.js, GLSL, and JavaScript. Worked on real-time rendering, transitions, and UI overlays for a luxury travel platform offering immersive pre-travel experiences.
Software Developer at CK-12 Foundation
December 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Managed front-end development of the core website, introducing modern web frameworks for performance improvements over 65%. Led initiatives to optimize development of flex-books, built chemistry simulation on web, authored shaders and algorithms for high-fidelity graphics, and visualized conceptual data. Also responsible for interviewing and hiring front-end developers.
Lead Engineer - II at Samsung Electronics
July 1, 2012 - December 31, 2015
Worked on data visualization and Smart TV content customization. Developed Smart TV applications and prototypes using Angular and Tizen framework. Led team for application and game development on Samsung Smart TV with integration of Samsung Game server. Delivered UI for Samsung Smart TV Hub and developed multiple prototypes for Samsung Smart Hub in Korea.
Associate Engineer at Kony, Inc.
July 1, 2011 - July 1, 2012
Developed applications using Kony IDE for clients including Nissan, Hotwire, eBay, and Walmart. Part of developer team creating features such as carousel widgets and map API integration. Supported mobile application development and enhanced Kony model with features like Google Map API direction support, tab widget, scrolling, and chart integrations.

Education

Master of Engineering (MEng) at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) at Jai Narain Vyas University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

Patent - A System and Method for Creating the Extended Reality
March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022

Industry Experience

Education, Software & Internet, Gaming, Travel & Hospitality, Consumer Goods