Join us at Living Computers for our new after-hours speaker series! This April, we’re diving into retro gaming and the tech needed to keep it alive. From developments in copying vintage software to the rise of livestreaming retro games, find out how local players are utilizing technology to preserve retro gaming and open it up […]
The premier supply chain, management & technology conference, in the heart of the Northwest tech hub. May 17, 2019 (all day) | UW Bothell http://SupplyChainConnect.org Keynotes: IIOT, AI and the Transformation of Industrial Supply Chains Gerald Jackson, VP of Digital Product Management at GE Digital The Future and Sustainability of Supply Chain Technologies from AI […]
• What we'll do Hang out and share hardware and embedded software stories! • What to bring Any projects you want to share! • Important to know Please read the Contributor Covenant: http://www.contributor-covenant.org/version/1/4/code-of-conduct.html It'll be our beginning code of conduct. We can adapt it to events later. A food truck has not been announced yet […]
There are many steps in bringing a hardware product to market. From schematics to breadboards, from MVP to mass production, the right product development process allows you to iterate quickly without blowing your entire budget in the early days. John Murkowski, Co-founder of Pensar, will discuss the product development process from galvanizing the idea into Product Requirements and […]
Chrissy Meyer will speak about common business models adopted by hardware companies, along with when and why they work. She’ll cover potential sources of revenue, spanning everything from high-volume consumer products to low-volume enterprise hardware. Finally, she’ll share her perspective as an early-stage investor on which business models are most attractive for those seeking venture […]
Hardware is hard, but getting started doesn’t need to be. Startup founder Scott Heimendinger will show you ways to start prototyping your next great idea, without a massive bankroll. Through show-and-tell demos, you’ll learn where to start with Ardunio and microcontrollers, CAD and 3d printing, designing your first circuit board, and the steps along the […]
In this talk, Phnam Bagley will debunk the myths, help you avoid pitfalls and reap the benefits of good hardware design. She will share how to ensure smooth transitions between idea, concept, product development and mass manufacturing. Phnam is a French Industrial Designer, Creative Director and co-founder at Nonfiction, a design firm based in San […]
In today’s always on, always connected world, physical products that are not connected are increasingly rare to find. The ability for connected hardware to provide incredible consumer experiences has led to the proliferation of hardware enabled services, and highlights the promising future for hardware startups and entrepreneurs. This talk will focus on the benefits of […]
Mardis Bagley will discuss the hidden risks and rewards of sustainable hardware, packaging, and supply chain management. He will share personal experiences, case studies, and a few tools that will help your journey in determining if sustainability is right for your company. Mardis is a Creative Director and co-founder at Nonfiction, a design firm based […]
Seattle Hardware Meetup will host our 5th Symposium event featuring 3 speakers from the Seattle hardware industry, and plenty of mixing+mingling for y’all in the community! We aim to provide the premiere forum for Seattle-area hardware—electronics, robotics, consumer goods, and all products physical—entrepreneurs, engineers, designers, and enthusiasts. This month, we’re meeting in Ballard at Made […]
