🤖 From Robotics at age 11 to Creating Visual History with Tech, The Lotus Project

I just sat down with Sahana, and let me tell you, the future of tech is in very capable hands. Sahana is the founder of The Lotus Project. She's using virtual reality to turn South Asian history into a visual experience you can step right into.

Sahana is currently in the 9th grade. While most students are just trying to get through their homework, Sahana is building an immersive VR experience that allows people to visually journey through South Asian history.

We met at CIX and immediately hit it off. Why? Because we both believe that tech is at its best when it serves as a bridge to our past.

Here is what blew me away during our podcast conversation:

The Early Spark: She started her journey in robotics at just 11 years old.

The Hustle: She’s balancing the development of the Lotus Project right alongside her daily classes and exams.

The Vision: Using Virtual Reality not just for gaming, but for cultural preservation and education.

The Big Takeaway? Everyone has a story to tell.

Whether you’re a seasoned tech professional or a 9th grader with a vision, your narrative matters. But those stories only get told when we lean into sharing our stories and networking.

Never underestimate the power of a conversation, and never count someone out because of their age. The next world-changing idea might be sitting in a 9th-grade classroom right now.

Follow the Lotus Project 👇🏼

The Lotus Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Lg9vEzmzGKRK57gB92ntA?si=RfUMhBrtSsyt6HkubTfEzQ

My personal website: sahanaven.com

My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahana-venkataraman-343154383

My Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SahanaVenkataraman

Now Toronto Article: https://nowtoronto.com/news/this-14-year-old-from-mississauga-is-coding-her-own-virtual-world-to-teach-south-asian-history/

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