# Abstract Technology GmbH > Abstract Technology is a German, Berlin-based EdTech company specializing in end-to-end e-learning and CMS solutions built on open-source technologies. As a certified Open edX® partner for Europe, we deliver turnkey learning ecosystems for universities, enterprises, NGOs, and public institutions — with a strong focus on digital sovereignty, GDPR compliance, and AI-driven innovation. Key facts: - Headquarters: Berlin, Germany - Founded: 2015 - Core technologies: Open edX®, Payload CMS, third-party tool integrations - Focus: Open-source LMS, AI-powered learning tools, EU data sovereignty - Clients: Universities, government agencies, NGOs, corporate training departments across Europe and beyond We don't deliver off-the-shelf products — we build turnkey end-to-end systems based on world-leading open-source technologies. We are committed to open source, European values, and technological sovereignty. We combine strategic consulting with cutting-edge AI-driven innovation to expand access to world-class education globally. What sets us apart: - End-to-end expertise: From strategic consulting to deployment and support — we deliver the complete infrastructure from a single source. - AI-driven EdTech: We integrate intelligent assistants and innovative AI models to measurably improve learning experiences. - Sovereignty & compliance: Hosting and data processing to the highest European standards (GDPR-compliant), EU-hosted in Frankfurt, Germany. - Global experience: Years of expertise in projects for universities, NGOs, academies, and enterprises across Europe and beyond. Our mission is to make the future of learning more democratic, scalable, and efficient through open-source technology. ## Pages Website pages including product, solution, and company information. - [About](https://abstract-technology.de/about): Our services combine full‑stack software development, AI‑driven innovation, and strategic consulting to empower organisations on their digital transformation journey. Our mission is to expand access to high‑quality education through open‑source technology. - [Accessibility Statement](https://abstract-technology.de/accessibility-statement): Read our accessibility statement to find out how well the site complies with web accessibility guidelines, and its compatibility with browsers. - [AI Admin Assistant: Automate Your Open edX® LMS](https://abstract-technology.de/ai-admin-assistant-for-open-edx): Meet our AI Admin Assistant for the Open edX® platform. Automate repetitive course creation tasks, streamline user management, and optimize your daily LMS operations. - [BigBlueButton](https://abstract-technology.de/bigbluebutton): BigBlueButton is a fully open source solution for integrating real-time collaboration into your LMS. As an affiliate partner, we know how to integrate BigBlueButton with your product today. - [Careers](https://abstract-technology.de/careers): Apply Now and start your next professional journey with us! - [Choosing the Right LMS: Why Open edX® Fits Your Needs](https://abstract-technology.de/why-open-edx-is-the-ideal-lms-for-your-learning-needs): Unmatched scalability meets complete design freedom. Find out why Open edX® is the ultimate LMS to power your online courses and track student success. - [Contact Abstract-Technology: Open edX® Experts](https://abstract-technology.de/contact): Are you ready to scale your digital academy? Contact the Abstract-Technology team for secure, GDPR-compliant Open edX® hosting and technical support. Request a demo of our custom platform or schedule your Open edX® strategy session today. - [Cookies Policy](https://abstract-technology.de/cookies): Learn how the Abstract-Techology uses cookies and similar technologies, and how you can manage your preferences. - [Digital Learning Ecosystems for Business Schools & Higher Education](https://abstract-technology.de/solutions-higher-education): Deliver world-class online degree programs. See how our robust open-source learning ecosystems transform digital education for universities and business schools. - [E-commerce](https://abstract-technology.de/e-commerce) - [Erasmus+ Technical Partner for European Projects](https://abstract-technology.de/erasmus-plus): Build a winning Erasmus+ consortium. Partner with our European e-learning experts for custom software development, digital learning frameworks, and hosting. - [Expert Open edX® & E-Learning Consultation Services](https://abstract-technology.de/consultation): Launch your LMS with confidence. Book a professional e-learning consultation to discover custom development roadmaps, UX styling strategies, and hosting solutions. - [Free Open edX® Trial: Test Your Own LMS Environment](https://abstract-technology.de/sandbox-free-trial): Experience the full power of Open edX® firsthand. Launch your free trial environment today to explore native analytics, fast and intuitive course creation, and smart AI features designed to streamline repetitive tasks and accelerate your workflow. - [Full-Service Open edX® Implementation: Plans & Pricing](https://abstract-technology.de/pricing): Compare full-service Open edX® plans. We handle the entire lifecycle: initial instance setup, custom styling, application configuration, and managed cloud hosting. - [Home](https://abstract-technology.de): We specialize in end-to-end learning management systems (LMS) such as Open edX, Moodle or Canvas, as well as AI-powered technologies. Open source and digital sovereignty are core values of our company. Our mission is to expand access to high-quality education through open-source technology. - [Hosting & Infrastructure](https://abstract-technology.de/hosting): Find Your Hosting Plan – From shared cloud to dedicated infrastructure - [Imprint](https://abstract-technology.de/imprint): Abstract‑Technology GmbH is a European digital agency with over a decade of experience in custom software and digital learning solutions using open source - [Mobile Application](https://abstract-technology.de/mobile-application) - [Multi-Tenant Enterprise LMS for Corporate Training](https://abstract-technology.de/solutions-corporate-training): Streamline workforce development and partner enablement. Use advanced multi-tenancy to deliver custom-branded training portals for staff onboarding and client education. - [Open edX Platform Features](https://abstract-technology.de/open-edx-platform-features) - [Open edX® E-Learning Ecosystem for Government & Public Sector](https://abstract-technology.de/solutions-government-public-sector): Streamline training programs across public departments. Explore our robust digital learning ecosystems. Open source & EU-hosted. Designed for ministries, agencies and intergovernmental bodies - GDPR-compliant and procurement-ready. - [Open edX® FAQ: Expert Answers to Your LMS Questions](https://abstract-technology.de/faqs): Get clear answers to your LMS Open edX® questions. Our FAQ covers everything from system setup and analytics (Aspects) to scaling and third-party integrations. - [Open edX® Platform Extensions & Technology Partners](https://abstract-technology.de/partnerships): Supercharge your learning platform. Learn how our technology partners seamlessly extend Open edX® capabilities with advanced video, proctoring, and HR tools. - [Open edX® Version Checker & Our Upgrade Services](https://abstract-technology.de/upgrade): Use our free Open edX® version checker to audit your platform instantly. Discover available releases and explore our seamless, secure migration services. - [Open-Source E-Learning Solutions for Every Industry](https://abstract-technology.de/solutions): Explore a single, highly flexible LMS platform built for diverse workflows. Custom open-source e-learning solutions tailored for Corporations, Academic Institutions, Government & Public Sector, NGOs or Private Acadamic Institutions. - [Our E-Learning Knowledge Hub: Open edX® blog, success stories & events](https://abstract-technology.de/resources): Access our complete collection of Open edX® resources. Stay updated with expert blog posts, real-world case studies, industry trends, and upcoming events. - [Payload CMS: The Modern Open-Source Headless CMS](https://abstract-technology.de/payload-cms): Streamline your digital products with Payload headless CMS. Enjoy an open-source, customizable admin panel, native GraphQL/REST APIs, and top performance. - [plugins](https://abstract-technology.de/plugins) - [Premium Choice](https://abstract-technology.de/premiumchoice) - [Privacy Policy](https://abstract-technology.de/privacy-policy): Learn how we collect, use, store, and protect your information with care. - [Products & Services](https://abstract-technology.de/products): Looking for a reliable LMS partner? Discover our worldwide Open edX® services, featuring custom software engineering, seamless migrations, and premium support. - [Scalable LMS Platforms for Non-Profit Academies & NGOs](https://abstract-technology.de/solutions-ngos-academies): Deliver global training on a budget. Explore a cost-effective Open edX® learning ecosystem designed for non-profit academies, global NGOs, and community programs. - [Ubicast](https://abstract-technology.de/ubicast): Abstract-Technology and UbiCast have joined forces to bring Nudgis - Europe's leading smart video platform - directly into your Open edX platform. ## Blog Posts [All Blog Posts](https://abstract-technology.de/blog) — Articles covering Open edX, online learning, platform engineering, and industry insights. - [Abstract-Technology & AccessiWay Partnership: Streamlining European Accessibility Act (EAA) Compliance for Open edX](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/digital-accessibility-in-europe): Abstract-Technology partners with AccessiWay to deliver automated digital accessibility and EAA compliance for Open edX platforms across Europe. Learn how this partnership combines WCAG 2.1 standards with AI-driven accessibility overlays. - [Aspects Unveiled: The Analytics Powerhouse of Open edX platform](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/open-edx-analyticstool-aspects): Transforming data into action. See how Open edX® Aspects provides instructors with deep, visual insights into student performance and course content engagement. - [Elevating Construction Education: Introducing the Erasmus+ Drone4Build Project](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/the-erasmus-drone4build-project): Meet Drone4Build, an innovative Erasmus+ initiative. Explore how next-gen drone tech, digital skills, and smart workflows are changing construction training. - [European Digital Credentials (EDC): What they are and how to issue them](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/european-digital-credentials): Why do European Digital Credentials matter? We are ready to to bring verifiable credentials to your Open edX courses. - [FlyingCircus: Your Top Choice for Secure & GDPR-Compliant Open edX® Cloud Hosting in Europe](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/gdpr-compliant-open-edx-r-cloud-hosting-in-europe-with-flying-circus): Protect sensitive learner data. Learn how FlyingCircus delivers secure, ISO 27001-certified Open edX® managed hosting in Europe and strict GDPR compliance. - [Launching WSKI: The Wolf Schneider AI for Journalists](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/wolf-schneider-ki-artificial-intelligence-support-journalists-writing): Elevate your writing with the Wolf Schneider AI (WSKI). Read how this innovative platform analyzes texts and delivers smart styling suggestions for journalists. - [Learntec 2026: Key Insights From the Open edX Booth](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/learntec-2026): Catch up on Europe’s leading digital education expo. Read our official Learntec 2026 report straight from the Open edX booth for the latest EdTech trends. - [Moodle vs. the Open edX® platform: What is the difference between Moodle and Open edX®?](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/open-edx-vs-moodle): Comparing Moodle and Open edX®? Discover key differences in licensing, hosting, scalability, and long-term costs to choose the right open-source LMS. - [Open edX Verawood](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/openedx-verawood-release): The Open edX community released the platform's 22nd community release named Verawood. Below is a closer look at the e-learning features that matter most to course authors, learners, and site operators. - [Open edX vs. Canvas: A Decision-Maker's Guide to Choosing the Right LMS](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/open-edx-vs-canvas): Choosing between Open edX and Canvas? Compare features, hosting options, and real-world use cases to find the right LMS for your learning platform. This is an honest comparison of two leading Learning Management System. - [Open edX® & n8n: Build Powerful Dynamic Workflows](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/openedx-n8n): Streamline your digital learning operations. Explore how n8n drives dynamic workflows in Open edX® to eliminate manual work for administrators and teachers. - [Open edX® Leaderboard & Gamification: Implementing Ranked Learning for Higher LMS Retention](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/open-edx-leaderboard-gamification): A guide to building GDPR-compliant Open edX leaderboards. Learn how scoring systems, micro-frontend architecture, and gamification mechanics boost completion rates to 90%. - [Rethinking Video Learning: Measuring Competencies and Engagement with Annoto in an Open edX platform](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/annoto-tool): Discover how integrating Annoto into Open edX transforms video learning. Measure student competencies, track real-time engagement, and optimize analytics. - [Revolutionizing Online Exams in Open edX® with Advanced Proctoring](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/advanced-proctoring-with-smowl-and-open-edx): Protect your certifications. Learn how integrating advanced AI and live proctoring tools into Open edX® delivers seamless, secure, and cheat-proof online exams. - [Scaling the Open edX platform: Kubernetes and NixOS on Hetzner](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/running-open-edx-on-kubernetes-with-nixos): Optimize your LMS infrastructure. Learn how combining Kubernetes, NixOS, and Hetzner Cloud delivers a cost-effective, scalable Open edX deployment strategy. - [Simplifying Global Access to Education with eduGAIN and Open edX LMS](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/edugain-and-open-edx): Discover how eduGAIN and Open edX connect academic institutions worldwide. Enable seamless, secure student authentication for international learning platforms. - [Streamlining Student Management: Open edX & Full Fabric for the German UDS](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/fullfabric-and-open-edx): Optimize your campus operations. See how Open edX and Full Fabric combine to simplify enrollment, tracking, and student management for digital universities. - [The MOOChub API and its Open edX Integration at the German University of Digital Science - UDS](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/moochub-api-and-open-edx): Expand your platform’s reach. See how the Open edX and MOOChub API integration empowers the German UDS to streamline cross-institutional course catalog sharing. - [We Built the Campus Platform Behind Germany's Top-Ranked Digital University](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/Campus-Platform-UDS): Discover how we built the campus platform for Germany's top-ranked digital university. Learn about scalable LMS architecture and open-source tech innovation. - [Your Code, Your Project, Your Sovereignty: A Journey into Digital Autonomy in Higher Education](https://abstract-technology.de/blog/4th-International-Conference): At the 4th International Conference on Digital Science, Abstract-Technology CEO Stefania Trabucchi explored the vital role of digital sovereignty in higher education. ## Case Studies [All Case Studies](https://abstract-technology.de/case-studies) — Customer success stories showcasing how organizations use Abstract's Open edX solutions. - [A Digital Leap Forward: The Open edX Platform Revamp of the Asociatia Techsoup](https://abstract-technology.de/case-studies/openedx-case-study-asociatia-techsoup): Explore the digital leap forward for Asociatia Techsoup. Learn how upgrading their Open edX infrastructure improved site performance, stability, and UX design. - [Building an Online-First University with the Open edX® Platform for the German University for Digital Science](https://abstract-technology.de/case-studies/openedx-case-study-german-uds): Scaling higher education for the digital age. See how the German University for Digital Science leverages Open edX® to deliver world-class online degree programs. - [International Energy Agency (IEA) Platform: Energy Efficiency Policy Training](https://abstract-technology.de/case-studies/iea): Scaling sustainability education worldwide. See how the International Energy Agency uses open-source learning tech to distribute critical climate and energy data. - [Reporterfabrik: An online academy for journalism](https://abstract-technology.de/case-studies/reporterfabrik): Scaling web-based journalism training. See how the Reporterfabrik e-learning platform utilizes open-source tech to educate the next generation of reporters. - [Training Healthcare Workers Where It Matters Most: Doctors with Africa CUAMM](https://abstract-technology.de/case-studies/doctors-with-africa-cuamm): Scaling medical education in remote areas. Learn how Doctors with Africa CUAMM utilizes the Open edX platform to train healthcare workers and save lives daily. ## Events [All Events](https://abstract-technology.de/events) — Upcoming and past conferences, webinars, and community events hosted or attended by Abstract. - [ LEARNTEC - Digital Learning meets AI](https://abstract-technology.de/events/-learntec---digital-learning-meets-ai): Abstract-Technology returns to LEARNTEC, Europe's top digital learning event. Explore Open edX solutions and see what's next in e-learning. - [2026 IEEE DEMOcon Digital Education and MOOCs Conference](https://abstract-technology.de/events/2026-ieee-democon-digital-education-and-moocs-conference): Meet Abstract-Technology at IEEE DEMOcon, the international conference on digital education and MOOCs for academia, government, and industry. - [4th International Conference on Digital Science in Education](https://abstract-technology.de/events/4th-international-conference-on-digital-science-in-education): Join the 4th International Conference on Digital Science in Education in Potsdam: exploring AI, innovation & ethics transforming education. - [Open edX Conference 2026](https://abstract-technology.de/events/open-edx-conference-2026): Join global educators at the 2026 Open Education Conference. Discover emerging e-learning trends, open-source pedagogy, and strategies for equitable digital learning. ## Open Positions [All Open Positions](https://abstract-technology.de/careers) — Current job openings and career opportunities at Abstract. - [DevOps Engineer](https://abstract-technology.de/careers/devops-engineer): We're looking for a DevOps Engineer to help us deploy, scale, and operate Open edX at production quality. ## Contact Contact information and social media channels for Abstract. - **Email:** info@abstract-technology.de - **Phone:** +49 30 214 611 08 - **Phone:** +49 176 747 25 686 - **Address:** Manfred-von-Richthofen Straße 4, 12101 Berlin | Germany, , VAT NUMBER: DE 8155579 ### Social Media - **LinkedIn:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/abstract-technology-gmbh/ - **Vimeo:** https://vimeo.com/user136413676 - **Bluesky:** https://bsky.app/profile/abstracttechnology.bsky.social - **YouTube:** https://www.youtube.com/@Abstract-Technology - **Mastodon:** https://mastodon.social/@abstract_technology