Being an Engineer · 8 Oct 2026 · 1m
This episode is a brief announcement for the PDX 2026 conference, scheduled for October 20-21 in Phoenix, Arizona. The host promotes the event as a practical training opportunity for engineers working on physical products, featuring hands-on sessions and technical conversations. The episode also encourages listeners to explore the podcast's archive of over 300 episodes for relevant engineering challenges.
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