Silicon Valley Legends
Steve Jobs famously returned to this company in 1997, eventually launching the iPhone.
Apple
This AI research company developed GPT-series models and multimodal agents
Open AI
This student-favorite platform began as digital flashcards and now includes AI study tools and practice tests.
Quizlet
Jesse Eisenberg played the CEO of this company in the Social Network
Facebook (META)
Designers worldwide use this collaborative tool whose acquisition by Adobe was attempted in 2022.
Figma
This language app was founded by CMU Alums
Duolingo
Co-founded by Gordon Moore, this company pioneered the microprocessor
Intel
This aerospace company pioneered reusable rockets like the Falcon 9.
SpaceX
Once known for homework help and textbook rentals, this edtech company became controversial after launching an AI study assistant called “CheggMate.”
Chegg
Before streaming, this company mailed DVDs to customers in red envelopes.
Netflix
This startup lets people rent living space. Commonly used on vacations
Airbnb
Started by a former hedge fund analyst tutoring his cousin, this platform now provides free video lessons to students worldwide.
Khan Academy
Founded on April Fools in 1976
Apple
This all-in-one workspace app combines notes, databases, and project management into customizable pages.
Notion
Founded by Stanford professors, this massive open online course platform popularized the concept of “MOOCs.”
Coursera