Evolved Engineering: Eli Hughes on the New Era of Embedded Development
In this conversation, Eli Hughes discusses his journey as a “full-stack hardware engineer” and his work with NXP as a technical content creator. He discusses how he’s leveraged the NXP FRDM (Freedom) development platform and the importance of hands-on learning in engineering education. He emphasizes the accessibility of modern development tools and their impact on both students and professionals in the field. The conversation also covers various applications and use cases for FRDM and other open-source tools.
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Episode Links:
FRDM Development board and designs
https://www.nxp.com/design/design-center/development-boards-and-designs/frdm-development-boards:FRDM?cid=ad_pro25006_tac2183350
Application Code Hub
https://mcuxpresso.nxp.com/appcodehub
Expansion Board Hub
https://mcuxpresso.nxp.com/eb-hub
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100th Episode Special: Launching Transmission Lines 101 and a New Masterclass Series with Eric Bogatin
In this special 100th episode, Judy Warner welcomes Dr. Eric Bogatin to celebrate and share an exciting announcement: the launch of Transmission Lines 101, the first course in The EEcosystem Electronics Masterclass series. Thanks to sponsors Rohde & Schwarz and Polar Instruments, this foundational course is offered FREE to engineers worldwide. Tune in to learn more about the Masterclass vision, what the course offers, and what’s ahead for The EEcosystem community.
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Episode Links:
Register Now for FREE Electronics Masterclass: Transmission Lines 101 with Prof Eric Bogatin
https://www.theeecosystem.com/master-classes
Join the EEcosystem for a FREE 90-day subscription to the Signal Integrity Academy. 200+ hours of online Eric Bogatin training!
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Get your FREE Subscription to Signal Integrity Journal (Technical Editor, Eric Bogatin)
https://www.signalintegrityjournal.com/
Eric Bogatin’s book Signal and Power Integrity - Simplified
https://tinyurl.com/36rfwyec
Eric Bogatin Books from Artech House
https://us.artechhouse.com/cw_Search.aspx?k=Eric+Bogatin
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📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
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AI Innovation in PCB Design and Manufacturing
Sean Patterson, CTO of Summit Interconnect, joins Judy Warner to explore how AI is transforming PCB manufacturing and design engineering. They discuss industry challenges, workforce adaptation, and how AI can drive collaboration and innovation. Sean also introduces CrossGen.ai, his new online community designed to help engineers and tech professionals navigate the future of AI-driven work.
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Episode Links:
Summit Website https://summitinterconnect.com/
CrosGen AI Community https://www.crossgen-ai.com/
Sponsor Links:
📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
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Engineering Workflow at the Velocity of Innovation
In this fast-paced episode, we explore how engineering teams can keep up with the breakneck speed of innovation driven by an explosion of new technologies that leverage digital twins, and virtual prototyping. Roberto Piacentini Filho of Keysight shares insights on the evolving role of design engineers in an era where innovation is faster—and cheaper than ever before.
If you're navigating workflow choices, tool overload, or seeking clarity on data integration—from electrical to EMI—this episode offers actionable guidance to help you thrive in the next 3–5 years of rapid tech evolution.
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Episode Links:
https://www.keysight.com/us/en/home.html
https://www.keysight.com/us/en/learn.html
Sponsor Links:
📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
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Tariffs, Turbulence & Tactics: How to Ensure Supply Chain Resilience
In this episode, Cofactr CEO, Matthew Haber, unpacks the growing challenges engineers face in today’s volatile electronics supply chain. From rising tariffs and unpredictable trade policies to the critical need for tracking Country of Origin (COO), engineers are now key players in managing risk and cost. We explore how “tariff stacking” can drive up component costs overnight—and how Cofactr’s platform helps hardware teams make faster, smarter sourcing decisions. If you’re designing electronics and want to avoid BOM disruptions, compliance issues, and costly surprises, this is a must-listen!
Episode Links:
Navigating the New Global Trade Landscape
Learn More about Cofactr
Sponsor Links:
🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com
📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Welcome to The EEcosystem Podcast, a podcast for Electrical Engineers who design and develop advanced technology applications. Each week we feature conversations with experts and subject matter experts that will help you navigate your design across all disciplines and stakeholders through a systems-based perspective. Subjects discussed are packaging, components, supply chain, materials, PCB design, fab, assembly, SI/PI/EMI, RF/MW/mmWave, embedded systems, test and measurement, and more. For more information, please visit our website for more technical resources and to join our online engineering community: https://theeecosytem.com.
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