Podcasts

Browse and listen from our library of podcasts discussing pcb design, manufacturing, assembly, and more. You can also check out the latest podcast from OnTrack with Zachariah Peterson

OnTrack Podcast with Judy Warner

The Data Science Renaissance

The Data Science Renaissance Don't miss out on this engaging discussion that demystifies the complexities surrounding data science in production. Read Article

Sales, Marketing, and the PCB Industry

Sales, Marketing, and the PCB Industry In this episode, Dan Beaulieu, founder and owner of Db Management Group shares the PCB industry's broad marketing trends including how it's stuck in the past, the declining trade show industry, how sales reps can stay relevant, and much more. Read Article

What is in the PCB Bill?

What is in the PCB Bill? In this episode, Representative Moore, one of the co-sponsors of H.R.7677, the Supporting American Printed Circuit Boards Act of 2022, will give us brief but insightful details about the bill. Read Article

Why Protect Vias and What is IPC 4761?

Why Protect Vias and What is IPC 4761? In this episode Gerry Partida a manufacturing expert and Director of Engineering at Summit Interconnect Technologies shares the 7 ways to protect your Vias and gives valuable info about IPC 4761. Read Article

What is PCB design? With Kelly Dack and Judy Warner

What is PCB design? With Kelly Dack and Judy Warner What is PCB design? Learn all about what Pro PCB designer Kelly Dack and find out what he has to say about Altium Designer from a new perspective. Watch or listen to this OnTrack Podcast episode now. Read Article

Transforming Waste: AI-Powered Recycling is Here

Transforming Waste: AI-Powered Recycling is Here Welcome to the Ctrl+Listen Podcast, brought to you by Octopart! Join James and his guest, Carling Spelhaug, the Director of Communications at AMP, as they delve into the revolutionary impact of AI on the recycling industry. Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode: Episode Highlights: AMP's Mission: How AMP is maximizing waste value The role of AI in automating waste sorting and improving efficiency. Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs) The Read Article

PCB Thermal Design Deep Dive with Ethan Pierce

PCB Thermal Design Deep Dive with Ethan Pierce Welcome to the Altium OnTrack Podcast! Today, we are joined by Ethan Pierce, founder of Dodec Labs. He and host Zach Peterson explore the intricacies of thermal management in PCB design. If you’ve ever faced issues with overheating PCBs or want to enhance your PCB thermal design skills, this episode is a must-watch! Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode: Episode Highlights: Importance of early thermal problem identification Effective PCB Read Article

Modern vs. Old School Signal Integrity w/ Donald Telian

Modern vs. Old School Signal Integrity w/ Donald Telian Explore the fascinating evolution of signal integrity in PCB design with industry expert Donald Telian. In this episode of the Altium OnTrack podcast, Donald delves into the differences between modern and old school signal integrity, sharing invaluable insights from his illustrious career. Learn about IBIS modeling, high-speed design, and the critical advancements that have shaped the industry. Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode: Episode Read Article

Edge Devices and LLMs: What's Ahead for AI

Edge Devices and LLMs: What's Ahead for AI In this episode of the Altium OnTrack podcast, host Tech Consultant Zach Peterson explores the fascinating world of Edge AI and how Large Language Models (LLMs) fit into the picture with Jan Jongboom, co-founder of Edge Impulse. The two discuss the evolution from GPT-2 to GPT-4, the importance of edge computing, and the hardware requirements for running AI on edge devices. Discover how reducing the size of LLMs enables efficient deployment on Read Article

Talking Signal Integrity & PCB Laminates w/ Bert Simonovich

Talking Signal Integrity & PCB Laminates w/ Bert Simonovich Learn about the complexities of dielectric anisotropy and its implications for high-speed PCB designs in this week’s OnTrack podcast episode. Don't miss this engaging and informative discussion. Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode: Key Takeaways: Learn about the different dielectric constants in PCB materials. Discover how anisotropic properties affect transmission line modeling in PCB LAMINATES. Gain practical knowledge for achieving better Read Article

Open Source Projects Overview: Laptop and Raspberry Pi CM4 Module

Open Source Projects Overview: Laptop and Raspberry Pi CM4 Module In this episode of the Altium OnTrack podcast, host Zach Peterson sits down with Lukas Henkel from Open Visions Technology to explore two groundbreaking open-source projects: an open-source laptop and an alternative to the Raspberry Pi CM4 module. Discover the latest advancements in OPEN SOURCE hardware and learn how these innovative projects are pushing the boundaries of DIY computing. Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode: Episode Highlights Read Article

Making Electronics Culture Cool Again: The Circuit Pulse Show

Making Electronics Culture Cool Again: The Circuit Pulse Show Welcome to the OnTrack Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the vibrant electronics culture with special guests Inga Woods-Waight and Joel Higgins from the Circuit Pulse Show. Discover how they are making ELECTRONICS CULTURE and tech fun and accessible, engaging younger audiences, and revolutionizing educational content in the electronics industry. If you're passionate about electronics design and want to stay updated on industry trends Read Article

Envisioning an Energy Efficient Tech Future

Envisioning an Energy Efficient Tech Future Join host Zach Peterson on The OnTrack Podcast as he has a fascinating conversation with Greg Bailey, President of GreenArrays, Inc. Discover the innovative ways technology is advancing towards a more energy-efficient future. In this episode, we explore the impact of IoT and AI on energy consumption, the challenges of power management in tech, and the solutions that are shaping a sustainable world. Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode Read Article

EMC Troubleshooter Min Zhang on Measuring Ground w/ Voltage & Current

EMC Troubleshooter Min Zhang on Measuring Ground w/ Voltage & Current Join Tech Consultant Zach Peterson on this episode of the Altium OnTrack podcast where EMC troubleshooting expert Min Zhang explores the complexities of measuring ground in electronic systems using both voltage and current methods. With his profound expertise and practical insights, Min provides a comprehensive breakdown of the techniques and tools necessary for accurate measurements, especially in high-power applications. Listen to the Episode Read Article

Intro EMC: Compliance, Opportunities & Pitfalls with Anton Tishchenko

Intro EMC: Compliance, Opportunities & Pitfalls with Anton Tishchenko On this episode of the OnTrack Podcast, Tech Consultant Zach Peterson welcomes Anton Tishchenko, aka Dr. EMC on YouTube. The two explore the intricacies of EMC design, certification, and compliance. They chat about various aspects of EMC testing, common mistakes in PCB design, AI-integration, and how modules and antennas play a huge role in EMC compliance. Anton also shares his journey into EMC, how to approach design testing effectively, and Read Article

Unpacking Semiconductor Packaging: Insights with Jan Vardaman

Unpacking Semiconductor Packaging: Insights with Jan Vardaman In this episode of the Altium OnTrack Podcast, host Zach Peterson sits down with Jan Vardaman, president and founder of TechSearch International. With decades of experience in semiconductor packaging, Jan shares her expert insights into the global semiconductor industry, focusing on the shift away from Asia for advanced manufacturing and the critical need for an integrated supply chain in the U.S. This episode not only highlights the Read Article

The Latest in PCB Simulation: Expert Insights with Yuriy Shlepnev

The Latest in PCB Simulation: Expert Insights with Yuriy Shlepnev In this information-packed episode of the OnTrack Podcast, Tech Consultant Zach Peterson explores PCB simulation with Yuriy Shlepnev, the President and Founder of Simberian Inc. This detailed discussion focuses on how modern simulation tools are revolutionizing the industry and includes an exclusive Simbeor® demo that you won't want to miss. To begin, Yuriy shares his extensive knowledge of electromagnetic analysis and signal integrity, exploring Read Article