From circuit board design to finished product: the hobbyist’s guide to hardware manufacturing

Sebastian Roll Ever wondered how hardware is made, or curious about making your own? In this session, we will share our experiences with building a programmable gamepad for use in IoT workshops. The gamepad is equipped with: - WiFi and Bluetooth - Touch screen - Microphone and speaker - Joypad and buttons - Integrated sensors We will cover the entire production process, including: - Designing the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) - Choosing a microcontroller and parts - Finding, ordering and assembling components - Pulling together firmware, drivers and software We conclude with live, interactive demos using the gamepad. Save the date for NDC TechTown 2020 (31st of August - 3rd of September) Check out more of our talks at: https://ndctechtown.com/ https://www.ndcconferences.com/