Praktika is a language-learning technology company that has raised $30 million in Series A funding. Its core product is an immersive mobile application that uses generative AI avatars to facilitate conversation-based practice. The avatars are designed with distinct backstories, cultural contexts, and natural accents to simulate real-world dialogue. The platform is publicly available and operates on a significant scale.
The app has over two million monthly active users and is ranked among the world's top four learning applications on the Apple App Store. Its user base is spread across four continents and more than 15 countries. The technical work involves the development and application of generative AI and avatar technologies specifically for the education and language-learning verticals.
The company operates as a fully distributed team, with an asynchronous working model. Its stated operational philosophy emphasizes shipping products quickly while maintaining a high standard of quality.
