Evolving Open-Source Technologies in Hardware Design

This chapter examines the advancements in open-source tooling for board design, focusing on KICAD and companies like Oshpark and JLCPCB that simplify complex board assembly. It highlights the speaker's return to hardware design, their personal project involving retro computers, and the significance of hands-on experience in manufacturing processes. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of open knowledge exchange within the hardware community, reflecting on the collaborative nature and historical evolution of the technology landscape.