Bridging Tomorrow's Technology Today

We started olmed in 2019 with a simple belief – that artificial intelligence and robotics shouldn't remain locked in research labs, but should be accessible to anyone curious enough to explore these fascinating fields.

Our Journey Started with Questions

Back in 2019, I was working with industrial automation systems in Chennai when I noticed something troubling. Brilliant engineering students were graduating without ever touching a real robotic system or understanding how AI actually works in practice.

The gap between academic theory and real-world application was massive. Students could recite algorithms but couldn't debug a simple sensor integration. They understood neural networks on paper but had never seen one fail spectacularly in a real environment.

That's when we decided to build something different. Not another online course platform, but a place where people could get their hands dirty with actual hardware, make mistakes, and learn from real problems.

Early robotics prototype testing in our Bengaluru facility
Students working with AI-powered robotic systems

What We Actually Do

Real Hardware Experience

Our participants work with actual robotic systems, not simulations. You'll troubleshoot sensor failures, optimize pathfinding algorithms, and deal with the messy reality of hardware integration.

Industry-Relevant Projects

We partner with local manufacturers to solve real problems. Recent projects include automated quality inspection systems and warehouse navigation solutions for Bengaluru-based companies.

Mentorship Network

Our mentors are working professionals from companies like Bosch, Tata Consultancy, and local robotics startups. They share current industry practices and help navigate career paths.

Community Learning

Learning happens in small groups where participants tackle challenges together. We've found that peer learning often leads to the most creative solutions and lasting professional relationships.

Advanced AI research lab setup with multiple robotic systems

The Person Behind This

olmed isn't a faceless corporation. It's a passion project that grew into something meaningful for the Indian tech community.

Dr. Kavitha Nayar, Director of AI Research at olmed

Dr. Kavitha Nayar

Director of AI Research

Background & Philosophy

After spending eight years in industrial automation and completing my PhD in machine learning applications, I realized that traditional education was failing to prepare people for the real challenges in AI and robotics.

I believe the best learning happens when you're slightly frustrated, completely curious, and surrounded by people who are just as passionate about solving interesting problems as you are.

Why Bengaluru, Why Now

Bengaluru has incredible technical talent, but much of it remains untapped in emerging fields like robotics. We're building a bridge between traditional software engineering skills and the hardware-software integration that defines modern AI systems.

Our next cohort starts in August 2025, and we're particularly excited about new partnerships with local manufacturing companies who are eager to adopt AI-driven solutions.

Ready to Build Something Real?

Our comprehensive learning program combines hands-on robotics projects with AI implementation. Applications open for our August 2025 cohort, with spaces limited to maintain quality mentorship.

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