Tapan Patel

"Technology is powerful, but only when it understands people." That drives me to use AI to solve real problems in learning, teaching, and growing. Hello, I’m Tapan, Co-Founder of Third Rock Techkno. For the past 10+ years, I’ve worked at the intersection of AI and human-centered design. My journey started with a simple belief: education should evolve as fast as technology does. But too often, it doesn’t, and that’s where I come in. At Third Rock, we partner with the Edtech, Fintech, and Healthcare industries to build tools that make a difference. From GenAI-supported tutoring systems to LLM-driven content platforms, I’ve helped shape more than 100 digital products, with a significant focus on education and personalized learning. Here’s what I care about: Designing tools that adapt t...