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March 9-13, 2026
Moscone CenterSan Francisco, CA

Speakers

Verda MunirLecturer in ComputingRobert Gordon University

Verda is a Lecturer in Games Design and Development at the School of Computing, RGU. She has a PhD in Games, with a background in Software Engineering and Games Development. Her research includes eliminating digital divide through Gamification, Immersive tech with a bias toward AR for it being cost-effective and using games technology for Education and Historic Preservation. Verda is a 3D scanning enthusiast where she enjoys bringing real object, structures and humans in to 3D visualizations. She is a mum of beautiful twin girls, and loves to cook and hike.

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