David Chikly
David Chikly
Founder @ Stealth Startup | Senior Software Engineer (AI) | Co-founder & CTO (Airfold) — builds consumer AI products and writes on product + human behavior.
Projects
Ideas brought to life. A look at the products, companies, and creative works built from the ground up.
Airfold
Airfold builds consumer AI tools that let non-technical creators turn ideas into applications via AI-driven generation and iteration. Company focuses on productized consumer AI and rapid iteration.
Stealth Startup
Listed on LinkedIn headline as Founder at a stealth startup; details not publicly disclosed on primary sources.
In the Spotlight
A collection of articles, interviews, and viral content where achievements have been shared.
Recognitions
Formal validation from the top. A showcase of official awards, grants, and government acknowledgements.
Forbes Technology Council membership
2026Listed as a member/contributor of the Forbes Technology Council (Forbes Councils profile).
Airfold Seed Funding (company-level recognition)
2024 (reported)Airfold reported to have raised a $4M seed round (company funding reported on Airfold LinkedIn / Forbes Councils).
Media feature — LA Weekly
2025-2026Profile piece highlighting David as an emerging leader and founder of Airfold.
Work Experience
Key roles that defined the journey.
Co-Founder & CTO
Co-founded Airfold, building consumer AI products focused on making app creation accessible via AI. Listed in Forbes Councils profile and Airfold company page.
Founder
Founder of an unnamed/stealth venture (listed on LinkedIn headline). Public details not disclosed.
Senior Software Engineer (AI)
Senior Software Engineer focused on AI; appears in LinkedIn headline and activity. Specific employer(s) and dates not publicly listed on LinkedIn snippet.
Membership
Affiliations and memberships in prestigious organizations and communities.
Member and contributor; publishes thought leadership on consumer AI and product strategy.
Education
Academic foundation and learning journey.
Software/Programming program (non-traditional)
Attended the 42 coding school program (dates listed on LinkedIn profile).
Socials
Connect and explore.
