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Stefani Swiatkowski is a designer with 14 years of experience pushing the boundaries of how people first encounter new worlds. At Meta, she shaped beloved first-time user experiences including Bogo and First Steps; these introduced millions to the possibilities of immersive computing. As co-founder and UX Designer at Windup Minds, she brought that same instinct for wonder to Stay: Your Forever Home, a lifelike virtual pet experience that seamlessly bridges mixed and virtual reality. The project is now being reimagined for 2D audiences on Steam, finding new ways to carry its emotional core across platforms. Her work spans unconventional XR interactions to conversational AI experiences designed to foster real reflection and insight. Whether in a headset or on a screen, the throughline is the same: making technology feel alive and personal.