Tools of the Trade: The Modern Hardware Toolkit
This DigiKey video explores the current and future landscape of rapid prototyping, the accessibility of technology, and STEM-driven innovation. Plus, SparkFun is in it!
Check out this new video from DigiKey that explores the future of rapid prototyping and innovation driven by STEM. During their visit to SparkFun headquarters, DigiKey saw how open platforms, practical tools, and hands-on education are enabling engineers, students, and makers to move quickly from concept to prototype. The video highlights our Experiential Robotics Platform as an example of how we are working to eliminate barriers to learning and creativity!
The video wraps up with a thought that hits pretty close to home for us:
"These perspectives reveal a simple truth: powerful tools don't have to be complicated, and innovation moves fastest when technology is within reach."
We are right there with them. Innovation shouldn't be locked behind a wall of overly complicated tech. By focusing on open-source hardware and hands-on learning, we aim to keep that technology fully within your reach, clearing the path for the next generation of creators.
If you're looking to turn ideas into reality but don't know where to start, make sure you check out our Engineering Essentials page. We always strive to make the path to prototype as easy as possible, which is why we've pioneered systems like Qwiic and MicroMod to make the process of developing simpler and more intuitive.
