Corbin Klett

You absolutely need to hear about Corbin Klett. This guy’s the real deal in the tech startup world. So, he’s the co-founder and CTO of Artifact, which just came out of YC W25 – that’s the latest batch. Artifact is basically transforming how hardware engineers work – it’s an AI-native IDE that’s all about making complex electrical system design way more modern and efficient. Think of it like Google Docs for hardware, but with AI cranked in to help you build and troubleshoot faster. They wanna be the single source of truth for engineering teams, cutting out all the bullshit and making collaboration way easier.

Now, what’s crazy is Corbin’s background. Dude has a PhD in aerospace engineering from Georgia Tech – yeah, the big leagues – where he crushed it applying control theory to robotic systems. That’s not just some random degree; that’s some serious nerdy shit that’s all about precision, automation, and pushing tech boundaries. Before he jumped into the startup scene, he was deep in the trenches building embedded software for high-speed aircraft prototypes. That’s some advanced hardware stuff. He also worked closely with Antony Samuel on Mach 5 jet engine projects – talk about high stakes, high tech.

So, why does he do all this? Well, Corbin’s been chasing the frontier of tech his whole life. He’s got this relentless drive to solve hard problems, especially in hardware and robotics. His background shows he’s not just about making cool software-he’s about flipping how complex engineering gets done. Starting Artifact isn’t a side project for him; it’s his mission to change hardware design with AI-making it faster, simpler, more collaborative. That’s what makes him interesting. The dude’s not afraid to jump into the deep end, and he’s got the brains and grit to make shit happen.

And here’s the kicker – despite all the technical deep dives, he’s also been part of places like South Park Commons, which is basically a community of the smartest, most original founders and engineers. That shows he’s not just about tech for tech’s sake, but about building something meaningful, with a team that’s tight-knit and driven. Artifact’s already raised $3.5 million, which is no joke for a hardware-focused startup, and they’re just getting started.

Bottom line? Corbin Klett is one of those rare people who mixes hardcore technical genius with startup hustle. He’s pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in hardware engineering, and his process from aerospace PhD to building AI-first tools for engineers shows he’s all about the future. No cap – he’s someone you wanna watch, because he’s shaping the next wave of how we build and innovate.