Hey, there👋, I’m Varun Siddaraju, and I’m all about bridging the gap between the real and the virtual. I’ve got a passion for AR and VR tech that’s as big as the metaverse itself.🚀 With over 8 years of experience as a Founder and CEO, an AR/VR Consultant, Product and Project Manager, and Developer, I help businesses harness the power of AR/VR technology to overcome challenges and achieve their objectives.🌌 My journey into the AR/VR universe began during my postgraduate research, where I was instantly captivated by the immense potential of these technologies. Over the past 5+ years, I've been at the forefront of creating immersive platforms and products. Leading cross-functional teams through the entire product lifecycle has allowed me to fuse my technical expertise with a strong business orientation.As a pioneer in spatial computing, I have a proven track record of innovating in augmented and virtual realities. My accomplishments include:👉 3+ years conducting cutting-edge research on augmented and virtual reality technologies, identifying future opportunities.👉 2+ years leading the development of AR/VR solutions, from concept to launch.👉 2+ years managing end-to-end product lifecycles for AR/VR applications, from ideation to roll-out.👉 A proven track record of designing, building, and delivering best-in-class immersive experiences.👉 A blend of technical acumen and business expertise to drive real-world adoption and engagement.👉 Committed to leveraging AR/VR's transformative potential to shape the future of organizations.💼 In my current role as a General Manager - XR Product & Services at Ong Innovations, I oversee technology operations, set long-term goals, lead development teams, and drive technology planning, research and ensure high-quality standards while nurturing stakeholder relationships.🎯 My diverse skill set encompasses Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, OpenCV, Unity, C++, and more, enabling me to thrive in the ever-evolving AR/VR landscape.📚 II'm also a co-author of the book "Beginning Windows Mixed Reality Programming: For HoloLens and Mixed Reality Headsets," contributing to the growth of this field.🤝 Let's connect and explore how we can take AR/VR to new heights! Feel free to reach out to me at varunsiddaraju@gmail.com to discuss opportunities, trends, or just to connect with a like-minded professional in this dynamic field.