Open Doors ASSIST 2025: Inspiring the Next Generation of AI and Robotics Innovators

Over 500 students joined this year’s Open Doors ASSIST event, turning the halls of Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava into a hub of energy, curiosity, and future-driven ideas. The 17th edition of the event, themed “AI, Robotics & Future Careers”, reflected one of the most in-demand topics in the tech industry this year, the merger of artificial intelligence and automation shaping tomorrow’s jobs.

With more than 50 team members involved in organizing and mentoring, Open Doors ASSIST 2025 provided students with insight into software careers, offering them a glimpse into the technologies shaping the future. Spanning AI, robotics, digital twins, multi-agent systems, and intelligent design, the event fused innovation with real-world experimentation. 

This year’s lineup of presentations perfectly reflected the theme, showing how AI, robotics, and creativity converge to shape the next era of intelligent technology.

Opening the event, Gabriel Tironeac, VP of Innovation, and Alexandru Boca, Head of Mobile Technologies at ASSIST Software, presented “AI in Robotics: From Digital Twins to Edge AI.” Their session explored Industry 5.0, where humans and intelligent systems collaborate to achieve greater precision, efficiency, and sustainability. They showcased how AI-powered robots, digital twins, and edge AI enhance real-time decision-making and adaptability in smart manufacturing, demonstrating how ASSIST’s ongoing R&D brings these innovations from concept to real-world application.

They were then followed by Robert Anton, Software Development Engineer at ASSIST Software, who delivered “From Your First AI Agent to Multi-Agent Systems.” His talk guided students through the evolution of artificial intelligence, from single, autonomous agents to collaborative ecosystems capable of reasoning, communicating, and solving problems together. Drawing from ASSIST’s experience with digital twins, AI orchestration, and robotics research, he illustrated how multi-agent systems drive distributed intelligence across industries. Robert also introduced tools like LangChain, CrewAI, and LangGraph, encouraging students to experiment and see AI as a team player rather than a tool.

Finally, Alexandra Mihai, Product Design Advisor at ASSIST Software and Principal Product Designer at UiPath, presented “From Pixels to Prompts: The New Era of AI Interface Design.” She demonstrated how AI is transforming creativity, replacing repetitive tasks with AI-assisted prototyping and natural language-driven design. Through concepts like vibe coding and generative interfaces, Alexandra showed how designers can co-create with AI to turn ideas into prototypes and even functional code. Her key message resonated across the audience: AI amplifies creativity.

The presentations concluded with a dynamic discussion panel titled “Work & Education in the AI World – What’s Changing”, where ASSIST Software professionals and university professors explored how AI is reshaping both the tech industry and education.

Lucian Cucoș, Head of AI at ASSIST Software, opened the conversation by discussing the evolving role of programmers in an AI-driven world, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, cross-domain knowledge, and collaboration with intelligent systems.

From an HR perspective, Ionela Lungu, HR Manager at ASSIST Software, provided valuable insights into the skills and mindsets that employers look for in the new era of AI-assisted work, emphasizing the importance of communication, creativity, and lifelong learning.

Remus Baltariu, Head of Product Design, introduced the concept of hybrid creativity, illustrating how striking a balance between human intuition and AI assistance yields improved digital experiences and innovation.

The academic side was represented by Prof. Ovidiu Schipor, from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and Dr. Ionuț Cristian Românu, from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics and Management at USV. They discussed how AI is transforming both education and engineering, from smart automation and robotics to human–machine interaction and accessibility in digital environments.

Together, the speakers provided students with a multidisciplinary perspective on the future of work, where technical skills, creative thinking, and human-centered innovation will shape the next generation of engineers and developers. 

Alongside the presentations, students booked 1:1 mentoring sessions to discuss AI development, upskilling paths, and software engineering careers. Meetings were hosted at BRD Hub, USV with Adrian Moscaliuc (AI & Software Engineer), Victor Jeman (Head of Front-End), and Mady Ișan (HR & Education Consultant), giving attendees tailored guidance on skills, portfolios, and real project expectations.

Outside the main stage, students experienced innovation firsthand through ASSIST’s interactive stands. Each booth showcased a different side of AI and software development, turning abstract concepts into tangible demonstrations of applied technology.

The Robotics & AI in Motion stand drew crowds with live robotic demos and automation experiments, while the Computer Vision booth showcased the power of AI perception through object detection, real-time image recognition, and an emotion recognition tool that analyzed facial expressions in real time as visitors stepped in front of the camera. Game enthusiasts explored Typhon – Game Development, a collaborative project between ASSIST Software and Brightshade Games, while tech-oriented visitors discovered WiseMate – AI Data Management, an in-house ASSIST solution that leverages intelligent automation to enhance enterprise-scale efficiency.

At the AI Multi-Agentic Process Automation booth, students observed how multiple AI agents collaborate to complete complex workflows, a practical continuation of Robert Anton’s presentation topic. Meanwhile, "From Natural Language to Products" demonstrated how AI can transform creative ideas into functional software through intuitive, language-based interfaces, allowing visitors to modify a web page in real-time simply by providing prompts, without needing to write a single line of code.

The experience continued at Smart Europe through AI Projects, where ASSIST’s European research collaborations highlighted our global contribution to ethical and applied innovation. Finally, the heyLibby AI Team Member showcased one of the latest prototypes developed by the ASSIST Software team, a digital colleague designed to collaborate seamlessly with human teams. 

Events like Open Doors ASSIST are like a bridge between education and industry. By offering students direct access to real projects, advanced technologies, and mentorship from ASSIST’s professionals, the event fosters a deeper understanding of what’s possible when curiosity meets innovation.

This year’s edition drew intense interest, with many students applying for internships at ASSIST Software following the event, clear proof that the next generation of engineers, designers, and innovators is eager to shape the future of AI and robotics.

To celebrate innovation and inspire future creators, ASSIST Software also organized a raffle for all students who applied for an internship. The grand prize — a MatataStudio Nous AI Set, an advanced AI-powered robotics and STEM learning kit- offered the winner a hands-on gateway into the world of artificial intelligence, coding, and automation, perfectly reflecting the event’s focus on learning through technology.

👉 If you’d like to learn more about our AI and robotics initiatives or explore collaboration opportunities, reach out to the ASSIST Software team.