Explore the transformative potential of open-source hardware in new product development through this insightful conference talk. Learn how open-source hardware challenges traditional notions of product development and intellectual property, creating new markets built on sharing and transparency. Discover specific use cases where open-source hardware played a crucial role in bringing embedded devices to market, and understand how it can be leveraged to quickly prototype and demonstrate products to potential customers. Gain insights into the educational impact of open-source hardware for the next generation of embedded developers. Delve into examples, companies, and innovations driving the open hardware movement, and learn to think like a maker. Examine open-source projects like the Open Source Lab and Dremelfuge, and understand the process of building open-source hardware through examples like the Ben KRASWand Board. Finally, explore potential pitfalls and challenges in the open hardware landscape. Read more