My hobby is to develop progressive web apps for game based learning of topics related to Traditional knowledge systems.
Below I present my efforts in game based learning of following topics.
My six Sanskrit language based games (listed below) are now part of Project "Shatam".
Project शतम् (https://zat.am/) is an open-source initiative dedicated to reimagining Sanskrit learning through the engaging medium of digital games, making Sanskrit education enjoyable and accessible. The project's goal is to develop 100+ resources across three categories: Teaching Aids, Recreational Games, and Edutainment Tools. This project draws inspiration from initiatives like MIT's Sugar Labs, striving to build an engaging ecosystem for Sanskrit learning. We aim to reposition Sanskrit as a vibrant, living language through innovative, playful, and collaborative digital experiences.
Conference paper
Harsh Thakkar, Preeti Uppuluri, Harshada Madiraju, Aaishi Uppuluri, Pradeep D, "Project शतम् - Digital Game Based Learning for Sanskrit", 19th World Sanskrit Conference (WSC), Kathmandu, Nepal, Jun 2025 (pdf)
My five Yoga based games (listed below) were developed in collaboration with Yogavijnana, a Yoga Center in Bangalore, India, where ancient tradition seamlessly blends with modern understanding. These games utilize the resources developed by and expertise of Yogacharya Mr Vinay Siddhaiah who has established this centre.
My four Hindu theology based games (listed below) were developed in collaboration with The Hindu Temple of Scotland. In this effort, I was aided by Scottish Hindu Foundation - an organization that is dedicated to preserving and promoting the vibrant tapestry of Hindu culture.
My four games (listed below) on natural history and climate action were developed in collaboration with Practical Actions for Climate and the Environment (PACE) Manningtree branch - which involves local people who believe that practical actions are a positive way to inform, inspire and enable the changes we must make in our lives to help tackle the climate crisis, biodiversity loss and damage to the natural environment.