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Nirav Patel
Founder at Framework
Nirav Patel is the founder and CEO of Framework Computer, an innovative laptop manufacturer dedicated to the right-to-repair movement. Here's a comprehensive overview of his background:
Professional Background
Education:
- Graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering (2005-2009)35
Career Trajectory:
- Worked at Apple for several years as an engineer3
- Joined the founding team of Oculus in 2012, where he led the hardware team3
- Left Oculus in 2019 to start Framework Computer3
Framework Computer Mission
Patel founded Framework with a mission to remake consumer electronics to respect people and the planet. The company focuses on creating laptops that are:
Personal Philosophy
Described as a "hobbyist and hacker turned engineer turned suit", Patel is passionate about creating technology that is both innovative and environmentally responsible.3 He believes in challenging the conventional wisdom that repairable products must be "thicker, heavier, uglier, less robust, and more expensive".4
Current Work
As CEO, he actively:
- Uses and tests Framework products
- Promotes open-source principles
- Advocates for the right-to-repair movement2
Patel continues to drive Framework's vision of transforming consumer electronics, one product category at a time.24
Highlights
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