With the advancement of Extended Reality (XR) and Metaverse technology, the digital world is expanding at an alarming rate as the actual and virtual worlds combine. Many industries are benefiting from XR technology because it produces more efficient processes, maximizes training, empowers brands to reach their customers in new and innovative ways and allows individuals to collaborate in virtual settings from remote locations amongst many other things.

The buzz around XR and metaverse technology has steadily increased since the beginning of the 21st century and saw an even bigger swell when Facebook changed its name to Meta, this has also led to many talented people choosing to enter the ecosystems and companies also scramble to hire the right talents to build the needed products.

This episode of XR Atlas Pod focuses on understanding how to break into the XR ecosystem as a developer, engineer, designer, and project manager. How to build a career in XR, the kinds of knowledge necessary and how to find the right jobs for any skill level.

This episode of the podcast delves into the world of Extended Reality (XR) streaming, discussing its potential benefits and applications, as well as its future prospects. The conversation would also cover the impact of XR streaming on different industries and key considerations for companies looking to implement it. Listeners stand to gain a better understanding of XR streaming, its current state, and its potential future impact on various industries and society as a whole, as well as some exciting current and upcoming developments in the field.

On this episode, I was joined by Roman Emig an advocate of ARVR and a tech-savvy visionary who is passionate about the endless possibilities of science and technology. He is always on the lookout for new ways to push the boundaries of what is possible and is constantly inspired by the incredible magnitude of the universe. Roman's love for technology led him to the field of augmented reality and he is currently a part of the revolutionary team at Holo-Light, where he gets to work with cutting-edge technology and help engineers collaborate with holograms in a more natural way.

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Steve Grubbs, the founder of VictoryXR, a platform that allows students to learn and interact in the Metaverse. VictoryXR offers immersive classrooms and campuses through virtual reality, where educators can utilize 3D objects and other interactive features to teach a variety of subjects. Since its founding in 2016, the VXR team has won the Global Education Innovation of the Year award and has become a leader in the field of immersive education.

During our conversation, we discussed Steve's background and his vision for the future of education, as well as the potential of the Metaverse as a learning platform. We also talked about the hype surrounding the Metaverse and whether it's truly the future of education or just a passing trend. We also touched on the cost implications for students, including the need for Metaverse-compatible gadgets and the potential for financial barriers to entry. Overall, it was a fascinating and thought-provoking discussion that I'm sure my listeners will enjoy.

How has Ludenso been using Augmented Reality to Revolutionalize Education?

Ludenso is an educational technology company made by thinkers and makers who build simple learning tools that include all learners. So far, more than 10.000 young, creative minds have used their products to learn, create and explore through playful AR experiences.

‍They are a small, but mighty young squad of people working hard to change education as we know it, while helping students become future-ready. They have been doing this in close collaboration with innovative teachers, leading universities, as well as experts from the tech and publishing industries. They are a passionate team of doers with strong values that convey through everything they do. I would advise you to check out their awesome solutions!

Louis Rosenberg, PhD is a pioneer in the fields of VR, AR, and AI for over thirty years. He earned his PhD from Stanford University, was a professor at California State University, founded the early VR company Immersion Corporation, and has been awarded over 300 patents worldwide for VR, AR, and AI technologies.

Some of the things we spoke about in this episode were:

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