About 2nd Brain
Born from a student's frustration with traditional learning methods, 2nd Brain is revolutionizing education with AI-powered tools that make studying more effective, engaging, and accessible for everyone.
The Story Behind 2nd Brain
2nd Brain was born in March 2025 from the personal struggles of its founder, Malshan Dissanayaka, a passionate developer and student from Sri Lanka. Like millions of students worldwide, Malshan found himself overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information he needed to process and retain.
"I was spending countless hours making flashcards, summarizing textbooks, and trying to organize my study materials," recalls Malshan. "I realized that AI could automate these tedious tasks, allowing students to focus on what really matters - understanding and applying knowledge."
What started as a personal project to solve his own study challenges quickly evolved into something much bigger. After seeing how dramatically AI-powered study tools improved his own academic performance, Malshan knew he had to share this solution with students everywhere.
Today, 2nd Brain serves thousands of students globally, but it remains true to its roots - a tool built by a student, for students, with the mission of making quality education accessible to everyone, regardless of their background or resources.
Meet the Founder
The passionate developer and student who turned his academic struggles into a solution for millions.
Malshan Dissanayaka
Founder & Solo Developer
The Journey
Student First: As a student himself, Malshan understands the daily challenges of academic life - from information overload to time management struggles.
Self-Taught Developer: Combining his passion for technology with his educational needs, Malshan taught himself AI development to create solutions that actually work for students.
Global Vision: From his base in Sri Lanka, Malshan is building tools that serve students worldwide, proving that great ideas can come from anywhere.
Solo Mission: As the sole founder and developer, Malshan maintains direct control over the product vision, ensuring 2nd Brain stays true to its student-first principles.
"My goal is simple: make learning more effective and less stressful for every student. 2nd Brain isn't just a product - it's my contribution to making education more accessible worldwide."
Our Values
Student-First
Every decision is made with students' success and well-being in mind, reducing academic stress.
Innovation
Leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to create learning experiences that were impossible before.
Accessibility
Quality education tools should be available to everyone, regardless of financial background.
Empowerment
Helping students become independent learners who can tackle any academic challenge.
Our Mission
"To democratize access to AI-powered education tools that help every student learn more effectively, reduce academic stress, and achieve their full potential - regardless of their background or resources."
Students Helped
Average Grade Improvement
Student Satisfaction