PCB Design Challenges and Cadence X AI with Patrick Davis | Trace Talks EP 3

In this episode of Trace Talks, we're excited to welcome Patrick Davis from Cadence Design Systems. With nearly 30 years of experience in the PCB design world, Patrick shares his fascinating journey from starting in design alongside his father to his current role as a Product Manager at Cadence. Join us as we dive into his career, exploring the challenges and rewards of PCB design, the importance of design for manufacturing (DFM), and his experiences at Rocket EMS. Patrick also offers valuable advice for designers on how to improve their designs by collaborating with fabricators and manufacturers. Learn about his insights into the transition from hands-on design work to product management and marketing at Cadence, and how his role now impacts the PCB design community at large.