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Our Story

Pioneering the future of immersive technology education

Since 2019, we've been breaking down barriers in AR and VR development, making cutting-edge technology accessible to creators, developers, and dreamers worldwide.

Where It All Began

Back in 2019, I was working as a software developer in Düsseldorf when I had this moment of clarity. The AR and VR industry was exploding, but there was this huge gap – talented developers wanted to break into immersive tech, but the learning curve felt impossibly steep.

I remember spending months trying to learn Unity's XR toolkit on my own, piecing together tutorials from different sources, getting frustrated with outdated documentation. That's when it hit me: what if there was a better way?

We started with a simple belief – that anyone with curiosity and dedication should be able to master AR and VR development, regardless of their background or previous experience.

From our headquarters in Übach-Palenberg, we've built something special. What began as weekend workshops in a small co-working space has grown into a comprehensive platform that's helped over 2,000 developers worldwide take their first steps into immersive technology.

What Drives Us Forward

Our mission goes beyond just teaching code – we're building the next generation of immersive technology creators.

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Accessibility First

We believe that groundbreaking technology shouldn't be locked behind paywalls or academic gatekeepers. Our courses are designed to be approachable for developers at every level, from complete beginners to experienced programmers looking to pivot into AR/VR.

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Project-Based Learning

Theory is important, but nothing beats building real applications. Every course culminates in a portfolio-worthy project that you can showcase to potential employers or clients. We've seen our students land jobs at major VR studios within months of completing our programs.

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Community Connection

Learning shouldn't be a lonely journey. Our students become part of a vibrant community of creators, sharing projects, troubleshooting challenges together, and often collaborating on exciting new ventures. Some of our best success stories started as course forum discussions.

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Industry Relevance

The AR/VR landscape evolves rapidly, and our curriculum evolves with it. We maintain partnerships with leading VR studios and regularly update our content to reflect the latest tools, techniques, and industry best practices. When you learn with us, you're learning what companies actually use.

Meet Our Team

Behind every great learning experience is a team of passionate educators and industry veterans who've been where you want to go.

Marcus Weber

Founder & Lead Developer

With over 8 years in software development and 5 years specifically in AR/VR, Marcus has worked on everything from mobile AR apps to enterprise VR training simulations. He holds certifications in Unity XR development and has contributed to several open-source VR projects. When he's not coding, you'll find him experimenting with the latest VR headsets or mentoring developers in our community forums.

Marcus founded playvibe after recognizing the steep learning curve that kept talented developers from entering the immersive tech space. His teaching philosophy centers on practical, hands-on learning – every concept is immediately applied to real projects that students can add to their portfolios.

Areas of Expertise:

Unity XR Toolkit ARCore & ARKit Oculus SDK WebXR 3D Optimization Spatial Computing