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Optic
AddedMar 20, 2024
UpdatedJul 3, 2026
Optic

Optic

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Optic: Streamlining API development with version control and collaboration tools.

HQ
San Francisco, CA, US
Founded
2018
Accelerator
Y Combinator logoY CombinatorS18
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Optic was founded with the core mission of making APIs more developer-friendly by enhancing collaboration and streamlining the API development process. The company's vision is to apply successful version control and continuous integration concepts to API descriptions and other non-code artifacts. Optic offers open-source tools that help developers document API changes, review them during code reviews, and catch breaking changes before they reach production. Their market focus is on developers and engineering teams looking to improve the accuracy and design of their APIs without slowing down their workflow.

Notable affiliated individuals include engineers from Snyk, who have adopted Optic's tools. Key achievements for Optic include the successful implementation of their tools in various development environments, helping teams avoid breaking changes and publish accurate API documentation. The overall impact of Optic has been significant in enhancing API development efficiency and collaboration, making it easier for developers to maintain high-quality APIs.

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Optic - Quick Facts

Who are Optic's competitors?

Companies similar to Optic include FifthTry, ReadMe, Postman and Theneo.

When was Optic founded?

Optic was founded in 2018.

Where is Optic's headquarters located?

Optic's headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA, US.

When was Optic's last funding round?

Optic's most recent funding round was for $120k (USD) in August 2018.

How much has Optic raised to-date?

As of Aug 22, 2018, Optic has raised a total of $120k (USD).

Optic - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Technology
  • API
  • DevOps
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Software
Customer
  • Enterprise
  • Small Business
Main Product
  • API Tools
  • Developer Tools
Tags
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 513210Software Publishers
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
Show 6 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 7371Computer Programming Services