i'm jonas reger. i help people use ai to uplift humanity.

from an early age, i’ve been fascinated by signals and the ways we perceive and interpret them. i became deaf at 18 months old and grew up using asl and english, but my perspective shifted when i received a cochlear implant at age 9. while asl offered a visually expressive language, i was drawn to the depth and precision of english. this transition, coupled with my preference for lip-reading and my unique experience of bimodal hearing—one side with a hearing aid and the other with a cochlear implant—sparked a lifelong curiosity about perception and understanding.

this curiosity became the guiding thread of my journey, leading me to explore how technology could enhance our ability to interpret signals. my path took many twists and turns, from an early interest in bioengineering for implants and prosthetics to computer science, mathematics, statistics, and eventually data science and artificial intelligence. along the way, i developed a passion for natural language processing, signal processing, and ai prompt engineering—fields where i could combine my fascination with perception and my drive to create tools that help others navigate complex information.

teaching has been a central part of my journey, giving me opportunities to share what i’ve learned and inspire others to explore their own curiosities. as an educator, i’ve worked with a diverse range of students, focusing on making complex ideas accessible and encouraging the kind of discovery that has shaped my own career. i view teaching not just as a way to share knowledge, but as a way to empower others to see connections and insights in the world around them.

today, my work focuses on decoding the nuances of signals, whether they’re rooted in language, data, or human interaction. with over 20 years of experience navigating the challenges and opportunities of bimodal hearing, i continue to follow an internal compass of curiosity and discovery. each step of my career has been guided by a commitment to understanding perception and using that understanding to build tools, teach, and innovate to make a positive impact.