Wenjie Qiao, the creator of the PlanIt mobile application suite, brings together a rare blend of technical expertise and artistic vision. A graduate of the Department of Computer Science at both Nanjing University in China and the State University of New York, Qiao built a strong foundation in software development early in his career. He worked at tech firms in Shenzhen, Silicon Valley, and San Diego, gaining experience across global markets. Driven by a desire to innovate independently, Qiao eventually launched his own software company, providing custom solutions to clients worldwide. An award-winning landscape and astrophotographer in his own right, he originally developed the PlanIt app as a personal tool to support his photography pursuits.
What began as a solo project has evolved into an industry-leading platform, now trusted by thousands of photographers across the globe. Today, PlanIt reflects Qiao’s unique perspective—where technology meets artistry—and continues to empower creators to plan with precision and shoot with confidence.