By democratizing hardware and systems education, we invite the next generation of builders, makers, and scientists to step inside the technology that runs our world.

How does AI Work?

From the math behind neurons to the engineering of GPUs and transformers — a ground-up explanation of modern artificial intelligence.

How do Quantum Computers Work?

Superposition, entanglement, and qubits explained with 3D visualization. Why quantum beats classical for certain problems — and how these machines are actually built.

How are Microchips Made?

The most complex manufacturing process ever invented, explained step by step — from quartzite to transistor to finished chip. Photolithography, EUV, and what's coming next.

Fusion Power Plants

An in-depth technical course exploring magnetic confinement, plasma physics, and the engineering of clean fusion energy reactors.

Rocketry & Aerospace

A ground-up engineering breakdown of rocket propulsion, turbopumps, orbital mechanics, and thermal protection systems.

Our Commitment to Human Craft

At Branch Education, every 3D model, animation, and visual you see in our videos is built by human hands. Our animators, modelers, and researchers put significant time into crafting accurate, beautiful representations of complex engineering concepts. That human effort is the core of what makes Branch, Branch.

AI tools have become widely available, and we want to be transparent about exactly how — and how not — we use them.

What We Do Not Use AI For

We do not use AI for any script, audio, or visual element that you see or hear.

• Voiceover — We use real human voices (our narrator Phil), not AI-generated speech or synthetic voice clones.
• 3D models and assets — All geometry and materials are built by our artists from scratch. We spend dozens of hours tearing down each piece of hardware, taking high-resolution reference images, and then rebuilding each component in Blender. For example, AI has no clue what’s inside a PlayStation 5 or a high-end graphics card, and the only way we learn about and model it is by tearing one down ourselves.
• Animation — Every single keyframe, camera sweep, electron simulation, and exploded assembly motion is meticulously animated by hand in Blender. AI cannot understand physical mechanisms, microarchitecture timing, or intuitive educational pacing, which is why 100% of our motion design is human-crafted from first principles.
• Research — All technical documents, e.g., white papers, textbooks, spec sheets, patents, and everything else, are read through and understood by Teddy and other humans.
• Script Writing and Editing — Teddy thoroughly thinks through the direction of every script. Every draft and revision of the script is read over and edited by Teddy or his editors (one of whom is his mom) and reviewers.
• Visual Design — Our visual hierarchies, color coding, graphic layouts, typography, diagrams, and aesthetic direction are designed and established completely by Mike and our creative team to ensure clarity and intuitive learning.

What We Use AI For

• For research, we use it like a more powerful Google. It helps us quickly find original sources, patents, useful chapters in textbooks, and technical documents.
• For script writing, we use it like a more powerful spell/syntax/grammar checker. Every script is fully written by humans, but having an additional reviewer is useful.
• For animation, we use it as an additional sounding board or brainstorming partner for visual angles or analogies for complex technical concepts.
• For website development, many parts of this website were created by humans, but a few technical integrations were made with the assistance of AI.

AI is a tool, and we will never use it as a creator of any of our content.

Why This Matters to Us

Educational content needs to be trustworthy. When we show you how a GPU works, or how electrons tunnel through a transistor, the accuracy of that depiction matters enormously. Our team spends weeks verifying technical details, consulting engineers, and checking our models against real hardware.

We believe that the care and craft our humans put into every frame is part of what makes Branch Education reliable. We're not going to shortcut that.

This policy may evolve

AI tools are changing rapidly. We will update this policy if our practices change, and we'll always be upfront about it. If you have questions, reach out to us at teddy [at] branch [dot] education.

Overview

Branch Education ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights around that data. We keep this simple because we're a small team that respects your time and trust.

Information We Collect

We collect only what's necessary:

• Contact form submissions — name, email, and message when you reach out to us.
• Email newsletter sign-ups — name and email address, and your stated topic preferences.
• Job applications — name, email, role, and the information you include in your application message.
• Analytics — anonymized usage data (pages visited, time on site) to help us improve the site. We do not collect personally identifiable information through analytics.

How We Use Your Information

• To respond to your messages and inquiries.
• To send you newsletters and updates you've opted into.
• To review and follow up on job applications.
• To improve our website and understand what content is useful.

We do not sell your data. We do not share it with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Retention

We retain contact and application data for up to 2 years, unless you ask us to delete it sooner. Newsletter subscribers remain on our list until they unsubscribe.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
• Ask us to correct or delete your data.
• Unsubscribe from any communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at teddy@branch.education.

Cookies

We use minimal cookies — primarily for site functionality and anonymous analytics. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.

Third-Party Services

Our site may link to YouTube, Patreon, and other external platforms. Those services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. We are not responsible for their data practices.

Questions?

Reach out any time at teddy [at] branch [dot] education. We're a small team and we read everything.