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About the Author

Dieter E. Heyne is a Metaverse pioneer and lifelong technologist, born in Munich in 1966. With a master’s degree in applied computer science and over three decades of experience as an IT entrepreneur, software architect, and consultant, he has always been at the frontier of digital innovation. His journey into virtual worlds began in 2007 with Second Life and sparked a deep, ongoing exploration of the Metaverse as a space for education, collaboration, and immersive experiences.

Since 2012, Dieter has been developing and refining a web-based virtual world platform, driven by a vision to make the Metaverse accessible, meaningful, and transformative. As a frequent speaker and thought leader at Metaverse events, he shares his insights on how virtual environments can reshape human interaction, learning, and culture. He is the founder and CEO of Metaverse School GmbH, a company dedicated to promoting Metaverse literacy and helping people and organizations understand the power and promise of these emerging digital realms.

About Metaverse School GmbH

Metaverse School GmbH was founded in 2017 by Dieter E. Heyne, who continues to lead the company as its CEO. The company emerged from decades of consulting experience in software architecture, project management, quality assurance, information security, and data protection. Building on this strong technological foundation, Metaverse School GmbH is dedicated to promoting the responsible and purposeful use of immersive 3D environments—for education, collaboration, training, and simulation.

A core mission of the company is to raise awareness of the Metaverse’s potential across business, education, and society. In support of this goal, Dieter Heyne regularly speaks at national and international conferences as well as Metaverse-focused events. Through real-world examples and deep expertise, he demonstrates how immersive technologies can already create meaningful value today.