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San Francisco, US · Founded 2024 · 4 employees · 4 known investors

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Camfer is an AI-powered CAD tool designed to enhance SolidWorks workflows by enabling users to create designs through text and image descriptions and to query design information without manual navigation.

Also known as Camfer Inc. · Camfer Inc., Camfer

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S24)

camfer was founded in 2024 by Arya Bastani, Keaton Elvins, and Roth Vann.

ABArya Bastani
Arya BastaniCo-Founder / CEOArya Bastani studied at UC Berkeley (class of 2023) and has background in machine learning, including work on transformer models for EEG interpretation at Berkeley's BLISS Lab. Previously worked at Amazon Web Services.
KE
Keaton Elvinsfounder / chief scientist2024–2026
RVRoth Vann
Roth VannCo-Founder2024–2026

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Frequently asked questions

What does camfer do?
Camfer is an AI-powered CAD tool designed to enhance SolidWorks workflows by enabling users to create designs through text and image descriptions and to query design information without manual navigation.
Who founded camfer?
camfer was founded by Arya Bastani, Keaton Elvins, Roth Vann in 2024.
Who are camfer's investors?
camfer's investors include Bloomberg Beta, Y Combinator, Octave, True Ventures.
Where is camfer headquartered?
camfer is headquartered in San Francisco, US.