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Jul 1, 2025 β€’ 41min

AI-Powered PLM: The Future of Hardware Product Lifecycle Management

Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems in this insightful conversation with Michael Corr, CEO and founder of Duro. From eliminating PLM horror stories to streamlining hardware development workflows, learn how modern cloud-based PLM platforms are revolutionizing the way engineering teams manage data from design through manufacturing. Michael shares his journey from electrical engineer to PLM innovator, revealing the critical pain points that plague traditional PLM systems and how AI-powered solutions are solving decades-old data management challenges. Explore how intelligent automation is reducing manual processes, improving supply chain integration, and enabling hardware teams to focus on what they do best - designing innovative products.   πŸ‘‰ Resources from this Episode:  - Connect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgcorr/ - Get Duro: https://durolabs.co/   πŸ’‘ Stay Connected:  Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy! Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!             Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.         πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/    The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!  About Altium LLC Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products. #PLM #HardwareDesign #ArtificialIntelligence 0:00 Intro 0:56  Introduction to Michael Corr and Duro PLM 3:16 Why PLM over other software solutions? 5:03 What is PLM and why do hardware teams need it? 7:42 PLM horror stories and configuration challenges 12:39 Duro's approach to simplifying PLM complexity 22:37 Simplifying PLM onboarding and configuration 24:16 I integration in PLM systems 27:57 AI opportunities in DFM and hardware optimization 30:00 Nexar and Octopart integration benefits 33:40 PCB procurement and vendor integration 37:30 Future features and manufacturing expansion
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Jun 24, 2025 β€’ 46min

AI-Powered PCB Supply Chain Management with Luminovo's Timon Ruban

Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing PCB supply chain management in this fascinating conversation with Timon Ruban, founder and managing director of Luminovo in this episode of the OnTrack Podcast. From his electrical engineering background at Stanford to building Europe's leading electronic supply chain platform, Timon shares insights on solving complex procurement challenges, automating PCB quoting, and the future of AI in electronics manufacturing. Learn how Luminovo helps contract manufacturers and OEMs streamline their sourcing processes, manage supply chain risks, and get instant PCB quotes through advanced Gerber file analysis. Timon discusses the evolution from manual Excel-based workflows to AI-powered automation, strategic supplier management, and the exciting roadmap ahead including LLM integration for data ingestion and decision support. πŸ‘‰ Resources from this Episode:  - Email Timon: timon@luminovo.com - Timon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timon-ruban/?originalSubdomain=de - Luminovo's Site: https://luminovo.com/   πŸ’‘ Stay Connected: Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy! Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!   Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/ πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/   The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!   About Altium LLC Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products. #SupplyChainManagement #PCBManufacturing #PCBDesign 
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Jun 17, 2025 β€’ 45min

Supply Chain Challenges in Medical Device Manufacturing

Dive deep into the complex world of medical device supply chains with supply chain executive Simon Hinds. This comprehensive episode of the OnTrack Podcast explores the unique challenges of bringing life sciences products from development to market, including regulatory compliance, global sourcing strategies, and risk management in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape. From tier-one to tier-three supplier relationships to the critical importance of traceability in medical manufacturing, Simon shares real-world insights on how companies navigate everything from tariff risks to pandemic-induced disruptions. Learn about the stark differences between pharmaceutical supply chains and other industries like automotive and consumer electronics, and discover why medical device companies face uniquely high barriers to entry when implementing global assembly strategies. πŸ‘‰ Resources from this Episode:  - Read Simon's Content on the Altium Blog: https://resources.altium.com/experts/simon-hinds - Connect with Simon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-hinds-7b7a2315/?originalSubdomain=au πŸ‘‰ Exclusive 15 Days Free Altium Designer Access: https://www.altium.com/promotions/altium-academy Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content. πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/ πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/ πŸ‘‰ Ready to try the industry's best-in-class design experience yourself? Download it today and get started! https://www.altium.com/downloads? utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt-sponsor&utm_content=altium-academy The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer! About Altium LLC Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products. #SupplyChain #MedicalDevices #LifeSciences 
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Jun 10, 2025 β€’ 39min

Building Modular Open Source Electronics with Lukas Henkel

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Lukas Henkel, co-founder of Open Visions Technology, as he shares exciting updates on his cutting-edge open source hardware projects. From modular Linux-based smartwatches to Framework laptop modifications, discover how advanced PCB design techniques are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in open source electronics.   In this episode, Lukas reveals the engineering challenges behind creating a fully modular smartwatch that runs Linux, complete with custom SIP (System in Package) design using HDI PCB technology. Learn about the innovative approaches to packaging multiple modules in an ultra-compact form factor, including the use of specialized low-DK substrates from Thintronics for achieving optimal signal integrity.   πŸ‘‰ Resources from this episode:  - Connect with Lukas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukas-henkel-ovt/?originalSubdomain=de - Lukas on Altium: https://resources.altium.com/p/lukas-henkel   πŸ‘‰ Exclusive 15 Days Free Altium Designer Access: https://www.altium.com/promotions/altium-academy   πŸ’‘ Stay Connected: Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy! Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!   Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/ πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/   πŸ‘‰ Ready to try the industry's best-in-class design experience yourself? Download it today and get started! https://www.altium.com/downloads?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt-sponsor&utm_content=altium-academy   The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer! About Altium LLC   Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products.   #opensourcehardware  #pcbdesign #altiumdesigner
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Jun 3, 2025 β€’ 56min

Embedded Systems Engineer Discusses AI-Driven Testing Revolution

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Ari Mahpour, Embedded Systems Engineer at Rivian, as he reveals how AI is revolutionizing embedded development and testing workflows on this episode of the OnTrack Podcast.    From voice-controlled Arduino programming to automated hardware-in-the-loop testing, discover cutting-edge techniques that are transforming the industry. Learn about embedded DevOps, Cloud-driven testing infrastructure, and how AI agents can write, compile, and test code autonomously.   Explore the intersection of hardware and software development, from NASA's space missions to modern automotive systems. Ari shares practical insights on bridging the gap between electronics design and software development, implementing CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems, and leveraging AI for everything from data sheet analysis to automated test generation.    Resources from this episode:  - Check out the Octopart YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Octopart - Browse all of Ari's Tutorials on Octopart: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtZurp7-0DcVXIR-fvnjVU0UyxgVSgSYu&si=kXqnNeSoAkGEh6oz - Connect with Ari here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arimahpour/   πŸ‘‰ Exclusive 15 Days Free Altium Designer Access: https://www.altium.com/promotions/altium-academy   πŸ’‘ Stay Connected: Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy! Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!   Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/   πŸ‘‰ Ready to try the industry's best-in-class design experience yourself? Download it today and get started! https://www.altium.com/downloads?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt-sponsor&utm_content=altium-academy   The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!   About Altium LLC   Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products. #EmbeddedSystems #AITesting #DevOps   0:00 Intro 00:45 Introduction to Ari Mahpour and his background 03:36 What is an embedded systems engineer? 6:50 Understanding DevOps and its applications 10:30 Embedded DevOps methodology explained 15:30 Hardware-in-the-loop testing automation 17:44 Managing hardware and software alignment 29:01 AI applications in embedded development 40:50 Model Context Protocol (MCP), AI guardrails & misconceptions 48:30 Future of AI in embedded testing
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May 21, 2025 β€’ 52min

The Future of PCB Design Education: HaSofu Founder Kirsch Mackey

In this insightful episode of the Altium OnTrack Podcast, host Zach Peterson sits down with Kirsch Mackey, founder of HaSofu, to explore the evolving landscape of PCB design education. Kirsch reveals how his educational platform bridges the critical gap between academic theory and industry requirements, sharing his unique journey from physics enthusiast to electronics education innovator.    Discover how HaSofu is revolutionizing hardware design education and learn about the potential and limitations of AI in PCB design workflows.   πŸ‘‰ Resources from this Episode:  - Connect with Kirsch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/knmackey/ - The 8051 Microcontrollers & Embedded Systems: https://www.amazon.com/8051-Microcontrollers-Embedded-Systems/dp/8131710262/ref=sr_1_1 - STM32 Arm Programming for Embedded Systems: https://www.amazon.com/STM32-Arm-Programming-Embedded-Systems/dp/0997925949   πŸ‘‰ Exclusive 15 Days Free Altium Designer Access: https://www.altium.com/promotions/altium-academy        πŸ’‘ Stay Connected:   Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy! Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!        πŸ‘‰ Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@AltiumAcademy?sub_confirmation=1        Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.         πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/         πŸ‘‰ Ready to try the industry's best-in-class design experience yourself? Download it today and get started! https://www.altium.com/downloads?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt-sponsor&utm_content=altium-academy     The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!         About Altium LLC   Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products. #PCBDesign #ElectronicsEducation #HardwareDesign 0:00 Intro 1:2 Kirsch's background and journey into electronics 4:25 Evolution of AI and machine learning in engineering 6:15 Realistic expectations for AI in PCB design 9:30 Introduction to HaSofu educational platform 11:41 Topics covered at HaSofu's electronics courses 16:53 Bridging academic-industry knowledge gaps 29:32 Future of AI in hardware design education 32:29 Edge computing and hardware development trends 37:49 Future plans for HaSofu courses 40:22 Critical warning about AI in hardware design 50:17 Closing remarks
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May 9, 2025 β€’ 44min

PCB East 2025: Exhibitors, AI Trends & Networking Opportunities

Explore PCB East 2025 with Zach Peterson and Ethan Pierce as they break down this year's conference highlights, technical sessions, and emerging AI trends in PCB design. Discover why this industry event provides unparalleled networking opportunities with vendors, fabricators, and industry leaders that can transform your career in electronics design. PCB East offers something for everyone in the electronics industry - from design engineers to operations personnel. Learn about the latest AI tools on display, how fabricators are handling tariff challenges, and why attending specialized conferences can provide valuable face time with executives that larger shows simply can't match. πŸ‘‰ From this episode: - PCB East: https://pcbeast.com/ - Connect with Ethan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierceethan πŸ‘‰ Exclusive 15 Days Free Altium Designer Access: https://www.altium.com/promotions/altium-academy        πŸ’‘ Stay Connected:   Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy   Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!          Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.         πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/         πŸ‘‰ Ready to try the industry's best-in-class design experience yourself? Download it today and get started! https://www.altium.com/downloads?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt-sponsor&utm_content=altium-academy   The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!         About Altium LLC   Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products. #PCBEast #ElectronicsDesign #PCBDesign   
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Apr 22, 2025 β€’ 46min

Scaling an Electronics Design Business: Insights from Jordan Danko

In this enlightening episode of the Altium OnTrack Podcast, Tech Consultant Zach Peterson sits down with Jordan Danko, founder of FC Design Services, to explore the challenges and strategies of growing an electronics design consultancy.  Jordan shares his journey from electrical engineer to business owner, revealing how he transitioned from corporate employment to entrepreneurship and the lessons learned while scaling his team. Discover valuable insights on managing client relationships, balancing design work with business development, and adapting to supply chain disruptions. πŸ‘‰ Resources from this episode:  - Connect with Jordan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-danko-5148b5125/ - Learn More about FC Design Services: https://fcdesignservices.com/ πŸ‘‰ Exclusive 15 Days Free Altium Designer Access: https://www.altium.com/promotions/altium-academy            πŸ’‘ Stay Connected:   Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy! Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!            πŸ‘‰ Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@AltiumAcademy?sub_confirmation=1            Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.             πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/             πŸ‘‰ Ready to try the industry's best-in-class design experience yourself? Download it today and get started! https://www.altium.com/downloads?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt-sponsor&utm_content=altium-academy   The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!             About Altium LLC   Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products. #ElectronicsDesign #PCBDesign #Engineering 0:00 Intro 1:19 From mechanical to electrical engineering career path 3:03 Starting and growing FC Design Services 6:50 Challenges of selling PCB design services 9:02 Moving beyond just PCB design to full product solutions 12:55 The impacts of AI on the engineering field 16:11 Advice for young engineers wanting to start a business 22:20 Challenges of Scaling 25:41 Supply chain issues and tariffs affecting the industry 31:30 Undercutting & Markup Challenges 39:52 IP protection concerns with overseas manufacturing 44:48 Final thoughts and contact information
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Apr 21, 2025 β€’ 42min

High Current PDN Design: Engineer of the Year Reveals Industry Secrets

Dive into the cutting-edge world of high-current power distribution networks with Ben Dannan, founder of Signal Edge Solutions and DesignCon's Engineer of the Year. Ben shares invaluable insights on designing, modeling, and validating 2,000 amp power supplies for data center applications, exploring the challenges of current density requirements exceeding 100 amps per square centimeter, and the industry debate between vertical versus horizontal power delivery approaches.   Learn how package design, embedded capacitance solutions, and accurate modeling are revolutionizing power integrity for today's demanding AI processors and data center ASICs. Ben also reveals his upcoming measurement-based model library that promises to transform large-signal simulation capabilities for PDN design.   πŸ‘‰ Exclusive 15 Days Free Altium Designer Access: https://www.altium.com/promotions/altium-academy     πŸ‘‰  Resources from this Episode: - Connect with Ben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjamin-dannan/ or info@signaledgesolutions.com - NVIDIA Blackwell Platform Arrives to Power a New Era of Computing: https://nvidianews.nvidia.com/news/nvidia-blackwell-platform-arrives-to-power-a-new-era-of-computing - Signal Edge Solutions: signaledgesolutions.com          πŸ’‘ Stay Connected:   Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!            Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.             πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/             πŸ‘‰ Ready to try the industry's best-in-class design experience yourself? Download it today and get started! https://www.altium.com/downloads?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt-sponsor&utm_content=altium-academy     The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!             About Altium LLC   Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products.   #PowerIntegrity #electronicsdesign  #PCBDesign
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Apr 21, 2025 β€’ 36min

Solving PCB Library Nightmares with Kristen Aguiar

In this insightful OnTrack Podcast episode, Zach Peterson sits down with Kristen Aguiar, Training Developer at Altium, to tackle one of the most persistent challenges in PCB design: component libraries. Discover practical approaches to library management, learn about common pitfalls in footprint creation, and gain valuable insights on standardization from Kristen's extensive industry experience.   From the complexities of managing library data to implementing effective processes and handling the "people problem," this conversation offers invaluable guidance for designers and engineers struggling with CAD libraries. Kristen also shares her thoughts on third-party CAD sources and her upcoming presentations at PCB East.   πŸ‘‰ Resources from this episode:  - Connect with Kristen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-aguiar-b3867527/ - Learn more about PCB East: https://pcbeast.com/   πŸ‘‰ Exclusive 15 Days Free Altium Designer Access: https://www.altium.com/promotions/altium-academy        πŸ’‘ Stay Connected:   Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth tutorials and tips from @AltiumAcademy! Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!        Don't forget to follow us on social to stay up-to-date on the latest Altium Academy content.         πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@altiumdesigner   πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Twitter: https://twitter.com/altium    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/altium/    πŸ‘‰ Follow Altium on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AltiumOfficial/         πŸ‘‰ Ready to try the industry's best-in-class design experience yourself? Download it today and get started! https://www.altium.com/downloads?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=yt-sponsor&utm_content=altium-academy     The Altium Academy is an online experience created to bring modern education to PCB Designers and Engineers all across the world. Here you can access a vast library of free training and educational content covering everything from basic design to advanced principles and step-by-step walkthroughs. Join industry legends as they share their career knowledge, review real-life design projects, or learn how to leverage one of Altium's leading design tools. No matter your level of experience, the Altium Academy can help you become a better Designer and Engineer!         About Altium LLC   Altium LLC (ASX:ALU), a global software company based in San Diego, California, is accelerating the pace of innovation through electronics. From individual inventors to multinational corporations, more PCB designers and engineers choose Altium software to design and realize electronics-based products. #PCBDesign #Altium #ComponentManagement  

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