How we built Postman—the product and the company

Postman, an API platform that recently reached 17 million developers and 50 million active collections, began as a solution to the repetitive challenges its founders faced with API testing and management. Initially developed as a basic HTTP client for Chrome by co-founder Abhinav Asthana, it quickly gained popularity, leading to the creation of a dedicated company with co-founders Ankit Sobti and Abhijit Kane. The founders focused on user feedback to shape the product, emphasizing a data-driven, user-centric approach to development, which helped them achieve significant market fit and expand the tool's use beyond developers to various business roles. As Postman evolved, it transitioned from a Chrome app to a full-featured platform, ultimately moving to AWS for greater scalability. The community-driven growth strategy fostered an active user base across platforms like GitHub and Reddit, culminating in innovative features like Postman public workspaces. In 2020, Postman launched a new web version and closed a Series C funding round of $150 million, marking a pivotal moment in its journey and setting the stage for future growth.

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