Building the innovators of tomorrow

Asier Solutions focuses on helping kids develop robotics and coding skills which are essential to succeed in a technology-driven world

RAMANDEEP KAUR

The idea for Asier Solutions was born out of a passion to empower young minds through practical, hands-on technology education. Founder Sunaya Shirodkar noticed that traditional education often doesn’t focus enough on real-world skills in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), which are important for today’s world.

With a background in engineering and years of teaching experience, Shirodkar wanted to create a place where kids could learn robotics and coding in an exciting and easy-to-understand way. This led to the founding of Asier Solutions based at FiiRE – Forum for Innovation Incubation Research and Entrepreneurship, Margao which now offers tech education to children of all ages.

A technology-powered future

 “With innovations like Elon Musk’s Optimus robot, designed to perform everyday tasks, we’re witnessing how automation is reshaping our lives. More importantly, this is just the beginning—a world where robotics and coding are integral parts of daily life. This makes early exposure to robotics and coding crucial for today’s children,” she says.

At Asier Solutions, she states, they are on a mission to equip young minds for this future. “Through hands-on robotics and coding programs, we empower children to build, program, and solve problems in a fun, engaging environment. Whether they’re coding or building robots, they are developing essential skills like critical thinking, creativity, and resilience, skills that will be indispensable as technology continues to advance.”

Asier Solutions provides a range of programs in robotics, coding, and STEM activities for kids starting at age five, all the way to teenagers. “We have programs for all levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced, so we can help each student at their own pace,” says Shirodkar, adding that younger children learn basic concepts through fun, hands-on activities, while older students explore more complex topics like app development, robotics, and advanced systems.

The programs not only teach creativity and critical thinking, but also help kids develop problem-solving skills, teamwork, and flexibility. “We also focus on communication, because students often work together to create and test projects, which requires clear ideas and good teamwork. We teach them to be patient and persistent, which is important when they’re troubleshooting and improving their projects,” explains Shirodkar.

Storytelling, interactive activities, and real-world examples are used to make robotics and coding fun and easy to understand. “Each project encourages curiosity and gives students a sense of pride when they finish,” adds Shirodkar.

The new literacy of the digital age

Just as reading and writing are foundational skills, coding, she says, is rapidly becoming the new literacy of the digital age. “Teaching kids to code equips them with the language they need to understand and shape the future,” says Shirodkar.

She adds that robotics encourages children to think like engineers. They learn to analyse, design, and create solutions, skills that will serve them in many areas of life.

“As we move toward a world where robots take on more tasks, children who understand how these systems work will have a distinct advantage. Learning robotics and coding today sets them up for success in tomorrow’s automated world,” she says.

From consumers to creators

However, one of the biggest challenges Shirodkar faces is convincing people that robotics and coding aren’t too hard for younger students. “We make our early programs simple and show both parents and students that with the right help, anyone can learn these skills. We also provide free demo sessions so families can see how useful tech education can be,” she says.

Shirodkar believes robotics and coding are powerful tools that change the way students learn. “These skills help students become creators, not just consumers, and give them new ways to understand and interact with the world. When we add robotics to regular school subjects, students can apply math, science, and problem-solving to real-life situations, which helps them understand these subjects better,” she explains.

Many students go from being unsure beginners to confident tech enthusiasts. “It’s so rewarding to watch students grow in their technical skills, confidence, and leadership abilities. Seeing them get excited about innovation is one of the best parts of our work,” says Shirodkar.

Asier Solutions is now working on expanding its programs by partnering with schools, community centres, and other educational groups. They also plan to offer scholarships and host workshops in areas where access to technology is limited. “Through partnerships with like-minded organisations, we aim to inspire more young people and ensure tech education is accessible to all,” says Shirodkar.