On June 2, components distributor Digi-Key Electronics announced the release of PCB Builder, a tool that lets customers have PCBs shipped directly from the fabricator. PCB Builder also allows customers to perform file layer checks and receive instant quotes from multiple fabricators.

Andy Shaughnessy spoke with Josh Mickolio, supplier business development manager for Digi-Key, about the development of PCB Builder and what this tool means to PCB designers and design engineers. Josh also discussed PCB Builder’s part in a larger Digi-Key program, the Marketplace, and some of the market drivers that led to this new expansion... More >

Since the COVID-19 lockdown began, more and more PCB designers and design engineers have moved into home offices. Some designers adapted to telecommuting right away, and have no plans to ever work in a company location again, but others say they can't wait to get back into the company office when the smoke clears. What's your opinion on working remotely?

In this survey, we ask our designer and design engineer readers to share their thoughts on working from a home office: the dogs, the crying kids, everything. Best of all, we want to see photos of your workspaces! Take a photo of your office, whether it's a dedicated office, a dining room table, or even your company office, and upload it into the survey... More >