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Why C is not going anywhere (but Rust might replace it anyway)
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they venture deep into the rapidly changing world of electronics, where hardware is finally catching up to software. This episode tackles the growing movement of designing circuit boards using code, not schematics, and explores how...
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Why Reversible Computing Could Save Moore’s Law [Mini Episode]
Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) unpack one of the most radical ideas in modern electronics: reversible computing. As Moore’s Law slows down, the biggest bottleneck is heat — but what if computation itself could be rethought to conserve energy instead of wasting it? In…
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Why the iPhone Air is Basically an Apple Watch with Extra Battery [Mini Episode]
Apple’s new iPhone Air might look like a futuristic, ultra-thin smartphone, but under the hood, it’s closer to an Apple Watch strapped to a giant battery. In this episode, Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) break down the wild engineering behind making phones slimmer than...
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Why PCB Auto-Routing Is Harder Than You Think (And How AI Might Fix It)
Auto-routing sounds simple: connect the traces, hit “go,” and let the software handle the rest. But in reality, PCB auto-layout is one of the hardest problems in electronics. In this episode of electronics.dev, Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) break down why auto-routing…
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Why Custom Chips Are the Next Big Thing in Hardware Design
Custom chip design is no longer reserved for billion-dollar tech giants. In this episode, Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) explore how advances in tooling, prototyping, and the EDA industry are making custom silicon accessible to startups, makers, and engineers like never...
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How AI Will Revolutionize PCB Design Faster Than You Think
AI Isn’t Coming For Electronics Design. It’s Already Here. Matt (founder of Atopile) and Seve (founder of TSCircuit) return with a deep dive into the rapidly shifting world of electronics and mechanical design. In this episode, they discuss how AI is reshaping every part of the hardware stack…
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The Future of Circuit Boards: Code, Constraints, and LLMs
In this episode of electronics.dev, Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) break down a quiet revolution in electronics: designing circuit boards with code and compiler-like workflows, not traditional schematics. They dive into: * Why traditional EDA tools limit innovation *…
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Inside a North Korean Missile: What Chips Are Inside?
Seve (founder at tscircuit) and Matt (founder at atopile) tear into the wild intersection of geopolitics and hardware as they explore a North Korean KN-23 ballistic missile teardown. This episode reveals how Western components still end up in restricted military tech, and how second-hand supply...
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The Desktop PCB Revolution Is Here!
Are we finally close to fabbing real PCBs at home? In this episode, Seve (tscircuit) and Matt (atopile) go deep into the state of DIY PCB fabrication: why it feels like the early days of 3D printing, what's still holding it back, and what could push it over the edge. We talk lasers, vias, copper,...
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Building PCBs with Code is The Future of Hardware Design
Join Seve (founder at tscircuit) and Matt (founder at atopile) for a no-fluff conversation about the future of electronics design. In this episode, the founders dive deep into: * Why designing PCBs with code is better than legacy schematic tools * How Chinese factories like JLCPCB dominate with...
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The Hard Lessons of PCB Auto-Routing: Part 2 of Seve's List
Seve's original post Part 1 episode This episode continues where the last one left off, diving into Part 2 of Seve's blog post “13 Things I Wish I Knew Before Building an Autorouter.” 🧠⚡ Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) explore the deep technical challenges of…
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OCR Is Dead? How Tyler Maran’s OmniAI Is Revolutionizing Datasheet Parsing
In this special guest episode, Matt (founder of Atopile) talks with Tyler Maran, founder and CEO of OmniAI, about how traditional OCR gives way to AI-native tools that actually work. OmniAI uses cutting-edge vision-language models to parse datasheets, extract data from messy PDFs, and interpret...
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GPT-4.1 vs Llama 4: One Soars While the Other Flops
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they analyse OpenAI's impressive GPT-4.1 release and contrast it with Meta's controversial Llama 4 launch. In this episode, our hardware and AI experts explore: * OpenAI's brilliant strategy of releasing three GPT-4.1 variants:...
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AI Revolution Hits: Gemini 2.5 Pro, Ghiblifying Your Girlfriend & The Future of PCB Design
Subtitle: Two hardware founders explore how AI models are transforming electronics development, sleep science, and creative imagery Description: Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they dive into the AI revolution reshaping hardware development and everyday life.…
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The $Billion VTOL Startup That Crashed: Lessons from Lilium
Join Seve and Matt as they dive deep into the incredible story of Lilium, the billion-dollar electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) startup that promised to revolutionize air travel—and then spectacularly crashed. In this eye-opening episode, you'll discover: * The shocking moment a...
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KiCad 9's Revolutionary Update & Microsoft's 20-Year Quantum Computing Quest
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they explore the most exciting developments in the electronics world, focusing on the groundbreaking KiCad 9 release and Microsoft's quantum computing breakthrough! In this information-packed episode, our tech experts dive deep…
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Auto-Routing in PCB Design: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they analyze modern PCB design tools and what is on the horizon for electronics development. In this episode, the duo dives deep into: * The current state of PCB auto-routers and why engineers often distrust them * How chip...
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When Electronics Meet Physics: Boom Supersonic, Circuit Design, and Kangaroos
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) for a wide-ranging conversation on cutting-edge engineering across multiple domains. This episode takes you from the skies to the circuit board as they explore: * The fascinating physics behind Boom Supersonic's quiet supersonic…
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Why your electronics projects keep failing (and how to fix them)
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) for a fascinating deep dive into system reliability, test automation, and the future of PCB prototyping! 🔧 In this episode, our hardware innovators explore: * The hidden math that determines if your projects will succeed or fail *…
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Wire Harnesses Are Dead: The Rise of Flex PCBs
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they explore the fascinating world of modern electronics interconnects and why traditional wire harnesses might be on their way out. In this wide-ranging conversation, they dive into: * Why flex PCBs are becoming the go-to solution...
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The Rise of AI Hardware, Quantum Chips and the Future of American Manufacturing
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they dive deep into the latest hardware innovations reshaping the tech landscape. This wide-ranging discussion explores several groundbreaking developments in AI hardware and quantum computing. Key topics covered: * Google's Willow...
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Why Hardware Testing is Broken and What's Next
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they expose the outdated practices still dominating hardware testing and reveal the exciting solutions emerging from the software world. Matt shares stories from Tesla and other EV companies, explaining why current hardware...
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The M4 Mac: Worth the Upgrade? (Mini-Episode)
Join Matt and Seve for a mini-episode diving into Apple's latest M4 chip and its implications for developers! 🍎 In this tech-packed discussion, our founders explore: * Real-world performance comparisons between M3 and M4 Macs * The significance of Apple's unified memory architecture and its...
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Xmas Special: Silicon Valley Office Wars & Quantum Computing 🎄
Ho ho ho! 🎅 Join Matt and Seve for a special holiday episode packed with fun gift recommendations, office shenanigans, and deep tech discussions. In this festive conversation, our hardware gurus explore: * The perfect office Christmas gifts (including an electric water pistol and a tiny knife...
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Taiwan, Tech, and Devin AI
In this episode, our hosts explore: * Seve's recent trip to Taiwan and its incredible tech ecosystem * The strategic importance of TSMC in global technology * Boba tea origins and the perfect way to enjoy it * The world of AI coding assistants like Devin * Fascinating insights into vehicle safety...
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Exploring Tech Frontiers: E-Ink, Mesh Networks, and Innovative Devices
In this episode, our tech founders dive into: * The incredible potential of MicroPython for embedded systems * Meshtastic and LoRa mesh networking technologies * Innovative E-ink display applications * Unique tech solutions for communication and tracking * The future of micro-controllers and...
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The Art of Open-Source Hardware: Bounties, Fellows, and Design Challenges
Join Seve from tscircuit and Matt from atopile as they dive deep into the world of open-source hardware development! 🛠️ In this episode, they explore: * The pros and cons of open-source bounty programs * Strategies for "dog fooding" hardware projects * Innovative fellowship programs for hardware...
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The Dark Side of Electronics: E-Waste Crisis and Solutions
Join Matt and Seve as they tackle one of the most pressing challenges in electronics: e-waste and sustainable manufacturing! 🌍 In this eye-opening episode, our tech experts explore: * The staggering scale of global e-waste (62 million metric tons annually!) * Hidden toxins in everyday…
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This Robot Does Your Laundry Better Than You!
Join Matt and Seve for an exciting discussion about the future of home robotics and automation! 🤖 In this episode, our tech enthusiasts explore: * Physical Intelligence's groundbreaking laundry-folding robot * The surprising economics of household automation * How much people would pay for a…
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Why Robotics Companies Are Racing to Build Better Actuators
Join Matt and Seve for an engaging discussion about the future of robotics manufacturing and actuators! 🤖 In this episode, our hardware experts explore: * The rise of Scientific Actuators and their innovative approach to robotics * Why manufacturing location matters for robotics companies * The...
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How the 🇺🇸 2024 Election Will Change PCB Manufacturing
Matt and Seve explain how the 2024 presidential election could reshape the electronics manufacturing landscape and impact hardware companies! 🗳️ In this episode, our hardware experts analyze: * Why both Trump and Biden administrations have maintained aggressive electronics tariffs * How the...
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The Incredible Capabilities of the New Anthropic AI Model
In this captivating conversation, Seve and Matt delve into the groundbreaking advancements of Anthropic's newest AI model, Claude 3.5. The duo explores the impressive capabilities of the Sonnet and Haiku versions, including their coding performance, efficiency, and the potential impact on…
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Next-Gen Test Equipment: A $1000 Open Source Oscilloscope That Plugs Into Your PC
Matt and Seve explore two fascinating hardware projects reshaping electronic design and testing! 🔧 In this packed episode, our hardware experts dive into: * The ThunderScope: an innovative open-source oscilloscope that turns your PC into a professional test station * How PCIe and Thunderbolt...
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The Future of Open Source: Lessons from Pear AI and YC Controversy
Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they dive into recent tech drama and explore the broader implications for open-source projects and tech companies. In this episode, our tech experts discuss: * The Pear AI controversy and its implications for YC startups * The…
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The Ethics of Startup Culture: From Tesla's Mission to Silicon Valley Perks
Join Matt and Seve as they dive into the complex world of startup culture and management philosophies! 🚀 In this thought-provoking episode, our tech entrepreneurs explore: * The concept of "wartime" vs. "peacetime" in startup environments * The evolution of Tesla's mission and its impact on...
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You can't just make a PCB fab, can you?
Join Matt and Seve, founders of atopile and tscircuit, as they dive deep into the world of hardware innovation and startup culture. 🚀 In this wide-ranging conversation, our tech enthusiasts discuss: * The intricacies of PCB fabrication and the potential for rapid prototyping * The fascinating...
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$2000/Month for AI? The Future of LLMs and Software Development
Join Matt (founder of atopile) and Seve (founder of tscircuit) as they dive into the latest buzz in the AI world and its impact on software development. In this thought-provoking episode, our tech experts explore: * The rumored $2000/month pricing for OpenAI's next model and its implications *…
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Revolutionizing in-house PCB Prototyping: Lumen PNP V4 & The Future of Electronics
In this episode, Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) explore the cutting-edge advancements in PCB prototyping with the new Lumen PNP V4 pick-and-place machine. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of in-house PCB assembly, the benefits of open-source feeders, and…
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From Coffee Addiction to Flying Cars: Seve and Matt Talk Shop
Join Matt and Seve as they embark on a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from personal health habits to cutting-edge transportation technology! 🚀☕️ In this episode, our tech entrepreneurs dive into: * The pros and cons of coffee consumption and its impact on productivity * Brian...
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The Future of Distributed Control Systems
Join Seve (founder at tscircuit) and Matt (founder at atopile) as they dive deep into the world of distributed control systems in automotive and robotics applications! 🚗 🤖 In this fascinating episode, our tech experts discuss: * The evolution of distributed control systems and their...
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The Incredible New Raspberry Pi Chip: RP2350
Join Matt and Seve as they dive deep into the world of microcontrollers, focusing on the exciting new Raspberry Pi RP2350! 🚀 In this episode, our tech gurus explore: * The groundbreaking dual-core ARM/RISC-V architecture of the RP2350 * Development workflows and debugging techniques for…
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A short history of electronic design tools with Duncan Haldane
Matt and Seve are joined by Duncan (CEO jitX) to dive deep into the world of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools. The trio takes listeners on a journey through the history of popular EDA software, discussing everything from the open-source revolution led by KiCad to the enterprise-level...
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Bio-inspired jumping robots and the origin of JITX
Seve and Matt sit down with Duncan Haldane, CEO of JITX, to discuss the evolution of electronics design automation. Duncan shares his journey from building bio-inspired jumping robots at Berkeley to founding JITX, a company revolutionizing circuit board design through code and automation. The...
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From Tonal to Bike Trailers: Exploring Hardware Innovation
In this episode of electronics.dev, we dive into the world of hardware innovation with a wide-ranging discussion on exercise equipment, electronic design, and 3D printing. Seve shares insights on the Tonal home gym system. Matt describes an exciting e-bike trailer project and explains the...
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Morality of Open-Source Hardware
This was a super fun episode, open-source hardware is legally positioned very differently than open-source software, and electronics-as-code blurs the lines- opening up the ability for open-source hardware to leverage the protections of free speech. Basically "free speech" works for text- but not...
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Testing Generative AI for Circuit Design
Matt & Seve discuss an article where the CEO of jitX, Duncan Haldane, uses AI for parsing datasheets, generating circuits, and selecting parts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit electronics.dev
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The future of electronics with code
Our first episode! In this episode, Seve (founder at tscircuit.com) and Matt (cofounder at atopile.io) discuss what building electronics in the future looks like, and how AI with a structured, deterministic engine will empower people to build electronics as fast as Tony Stark in his workshop.…
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