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#261 – Recycle All Your Microcontrollers

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This week we discuss the implications of designing lots of electronics, how to sell your projects, automated installation of platforms, explaining electronics without math and utilizing microcontrollers everywhere.

#251 – Shifting Away From DIY – Pedetentious PnP Progress

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Chris recaps a visit to Maker Faire and the variety of robots seen, both pro and DIY. Dave talks about automation with new CAD software and the value of getting started in electronics.

#243 – An interview with Macrofab – Macro Manufacturing Mechanization

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Chris Church and Parker Dillmann of Macrofab talk to us about the future of software enabled contract manufacturing. They focus on low quantity and quick turn production of your next project!

#242 – Can’t We All Just Get Arduino? – Tardiloquent Trademark Tirade

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More discussion about test equipment on the road, how to create 3D models and some talk about what happens when an open source hardware project goes awry.

#219 – Get Smart About Automation – Caducous Cyborg Concerns

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Is the isolated environment of an airplane a valid test for whether or not an online CAD tools makes sense? Is the rise in automation a reason for concern, for EEs and everyone else?

#217 – 3D Printed Shark Jumps – Edifying Edison’s Energy

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Chris returns from Maker Faire and tells about some of the fun projects and development boards being shown. Dave proves he’s still got it 650 videos later.

#216 – Last Minute Decisions – Obdurate Onepercenter Obstacles

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Dave ponders moving his stuff to another space and moving his loyalty to a new Altium tool. Chris discusses his new component search engine project and talking with CMs. Both discuss breakdancing.

#213 -Travel Recaps and Altium Announcements – Artisinal Aussie Assemblage

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Dave talks about the freemium version of PCB software coming from Altium and recount his adventure at Maker Faire Sydney. Also KiCad, connected devices, VC money, talks and more!

#211- Design Reviews Are Important – Habitual Hype Hebetude

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Chris and Dave discuss a current kickstarter project that laments engineers, hacking Teslas, early failures and more.

#209 – Headless Units and Baseless Batteries – KiCad Kickoff Kopophobia

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Chris releases videos to the public domain for KiCad. Dave calculates the ridiculousness behind another round of crowdfunding campaigns.

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