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Learning Hub Webinars From single PCB to Harnessed Product

From single PCB to Harnessed Product

The way from an individual PCB to devices connected by cabling harnesses in a product can be challenging because of the need of multi-discipline cooperation and the translation of design data needed in these domains. By using the powerful tools of the Altium platform this process can be realized efficiently without cumbersome steps.

What You'll Learn:

  • Introduction of the needed development Tools
  • Presentation of the full Process - step-by-step
  • Solving the challenging point-tool transitions
  • Q&A session

Who Should Attend:

  • PCB-Designers, Mechanical- & Electrical Engineers
  • Process Owners
  • R&D and Product Development Managers
  • Anyone driving innovation
Harness design

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The way from an individual PCB to devices connected by cabling harnesses in a product can be challenging because of the need of multi-discipline cooperation and the translation of design data needed in these domains. By using the powerful tools of the Altium platform this process can be realized efficiently without cumbersome steps.

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  • Anyone driving innovation

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Majdi Thouabtia’s background is in electrical engineering, with several years of experience in hardware development and technical project management. He has worked across the full hardware lifecycle, from EMC-compliant circuit design and PCB layout to prototyping, testing, and production. Throughout my career, Altium Designer has been a key tool in his daily work, so he is especially proud to now be part of the team behind it.

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