Optic
AcquiredYC S18New York City, US · Founded 2018 · 5 employees · 7 known investors
Optic generates OpenAPI specifications from test traffic and maintains their accuracy through automated schema testing and patch application. It helps API developers catch breaking changes and apply linting rules to their API documentation.
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S18)
Optic was founded in 2018 by Aidan Cunniffe.
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Aidan CunniffeinFounder/CEO
Investors · 7
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeries BJul 2026Source ↗
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- What does Optic do?
- Optic generates OpenAPI specifications from test traffic and maintains their accuracy through automated schema testing and patch application. It helps API developers catch breaking changes and apply linting rules to their API documentation.
- Who founded Optic?
- Optic was founded by Aidan Cunniffe in 2018.
- Who are Optic's investors?
- Optic's investors include boldstart ventures, Kindred Ventures, Y Combinator, Zag Capital, ACE & Company, Kleiner Perkins, Pantera Capital.
- Where is Optic headquartered?
- Optic is headquartered in New York City, US.