Building Scalable and Impactful Digital Learning Tools

Patrick Faga is the Founder of FirstWork, a digital lesson delivery platform. As a former behavioral therapist and research assistant, he created FirstWork to digitize discrete trial training (DTT) for ABA professionals. Under Patrick's leadership, FirstWork has become the most popular DTT app, with over 25,000 BCBAs, RBTs, educators, and parents using the platform to support thousands of learners. In this episode… Technology has reshaped how professionals teach, learn, and deliver care. Yet in many therapy and education settings, paper-based processes remain the norm, slowing progress and limiting engagement. How can digital tools make learning faster, more interactive, and fun for children who need it most? Behavioral science expert Patrick Faga advocates for using technology to bridge the gap between human connection and efficient learning. He maintains that structured lessons, instant feedback, and positive reinforcement can boost focus and progress for young learners. Patrick also emphasizes solving problems through empathy, user feedback, and thoughtful design. Effective innovation starts with listening and evolves through iterations. In this episode of Lessons From The Leap, Ghazenfer Mansoor talks with Patrick Faga, Founder of FirstWork, about transforming therapy through technology. Patrick discusses how digital lesson delivery reduces burnout and boosts engagement, why user feedback drives meaningful growth, and how to build scalable, behaviorally informed tools for real-world impact.