The rise of generative AI has brought back co-founders Karim Jouini and Jihed Othmani, who are now leading their new venture, Thunder Code, a software testing platform that has already garnered significant attention and funding.
- Co-founders Karim Jouini and Jihed Othmani are back with a new venture, Thunder Code, a generative AI-powered software testing platform.
- Thunder Code has already raised $9 million in seed funding.
- The platform uses AI agents to automate manual software testing, catching UI and UX issues and learning from developer feedback.
After selling their startup Expensya in a deal reportedly worth over $120 million, Jouini and Othmani were determined to never start another company again. However, they were pulled back in by the rapid rise of generative AI, which has sparked a new idea for them. What Inspired Thunder Code?
Karim Jouini’s time as CTO at Medius, Expensya’s acquirer, played a significant role in sparking the idea for Thunder Code. During his tenure, he managed product integrations across three continents and witnessed the universal challenge of testing software applications. This experience led him to fast-track the development of Thunder Code, launching an MVP within six weeks. “It’s pretty crazy because we promised not to do another company,” said Jouini. Despite their initial vow, Jouini and Othmani are convinced that Thunder Code has the potential to become a unicorn, driven by its innovative use of generative AI.
The Business Model
Thunder Code focuses on web app testing but plans to expand into mobile, desktop, and API testing by late 2025. The platform is already in use across North America, Europe, and North Africa, demonstrating its potential for widespread adoption.
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Web App Testing | Automates UI and UX testing for web applications, catching errors and issues. |
| Expansion Plans | Mobile, desktop, and API testing to be added by late 2025. |
Competitive Landscape
Thunder Code enters a competitive market alongside players like UIPath and BrowserStack. However, Jouini believes that AI gives Thunder Code a significant speed advantage, allowing it to stand out from the competition.
- Competitive landscape includes UIPath and BrowserStack.
- Thunder Code’s use of AI gives it a speed advantage.
- The platform is already in use across North America, Europe, and North Africa.
Key Backers
The seed round includes past Expensya investors like Silicon Badia and Janngo Capital, along with Titan Seed Fund and notable angels such as Roxanne Varza (Station F) and Instadeep CEO Karim Beguir. Even former Expensya employees have joined as backers, demonstrating the platform’s potential for growth. “If we build a unicorn and dilute early to get there, that’s good value,” said Jouini.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Thunder Code has the potential to revolutionize the software testing industry with its innovative use of generative AI. With significant funding and backing, Jouini and Othmani are poised to take the platform to new heights, and investors are taking notice. As the industry continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see how Thunder Code adapts and grows.
