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Join Seve (founder of tscircuit) and Matt (founder of atopile) as they expose the outdated practices still dominating hardware testing and reveal the exciting solutions emerging from the software world.Matt shares stories from Tesla and other EV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 validation is stuck in the past But there's hope! The duo explores:* Why Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) engineers are suddenly the most sought-after talent in Silicon Valley* How Tesla's automated testing practices are spreading across the industry* The open-source Cell Simulator project that's making battery testing accessible* Why traditional oscilloscopes are being replaced by software-native tools* The game-changing potential of PyTest for hardware validation* How integrated test infrastructure on PCBs is revolutionizing the fieldPlus fascinating tangents into:* The evolution of Python development tools* Version control challenges in hardware* The future of automated testing* Why traditional hardware companies are struggling to adaptWhether you're a hardware engineer frustrated with current testing practices, a software developer curious about hardware, or a tech enthusiast interested in where the industry is heading, this conversation offers unique insights into the fascinating transformation in hardware validation. 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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