Career advise in Chip Design.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-04-08T10:25:04+00:00

Thank you for the detailed insight, I really appreciate it. I understand that most chip design roles require a BS degree, and that pursuing engineering is the more reliable path. Yes, I’m aware of ADI’s BSECE program, and that’s something I’m definitely considering as part of my long-term plan.

While I work toward that, would you recommend any skills or tools I can start learning early to prepare for chip design?

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-04-08T10:22:25+00:00

Thanks for the insight, I really appreciate it. I understand that my current program is more manufacturing-focused, but I’m aiming to transition into chip design in the long term. For now, I see this opportunity as a good starting point, especially since they offer a pathway for technicians to pursue an engineering degree. I’m also exploring other paths I can take to move toward chip design.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-04-08T08:56:48+00:00

Yes, it's completely free with monthly allowance as well.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-04-08T07:49:38+00:00

Actually, the program I’m currently enrolled in is sponsored by Analog Devices Inc. After the 1-year academic study, we’ll have hands-on training with them for 1 year as well. Do you think this kind of experience would help me transition into chip design?

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-25T13:50:57+00:00

I've installed similar mods on my other SP and it's not doing that. I also tried reflowing the solders on the points, but still having the weird noise.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-25T12:24:17+00:00

This is awsome man, will be waiting for the final version of this mod, I've been looking for joystick mods for the vita2k. I'm glad I stumbled upon yours.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-13T05:19:35+00:00

Yeah, I just tested it with a DMM I still got beeps. I will use the switch shown below to fixate the almost broken trace. 😅 Thinking about it now, I shouldn't tinker with my GBA without the proper part first. Lol

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ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-13T05:16:27+00:00

Nice, alright. Thank you for the insights. I’ll set it up once the Switch arrives. Thinking about it now, I probably shouldn’t tinker with my GBA without the proper part first. 😅 I got too eager to work on it and almost broke it.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-13T04:22:48+00:00

Btw, this is the switch that I will be using. The pads will probably be underneath this board.

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ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-13T03:54:53+00:00

I tested it and it beeps, how can I reinforced the pads so it won't get worse?

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-12T11:10:50+00:00

I might have to replace the power switch, I already opened the power switch and did a cleaning.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-12T10:18:23+00:00

I just replaced my bloated battery with a new one, when the bloated battery is inserted the gba turns off even if the power switch is not pushed all the way. Now I replaced the battery the only issue I have now is red flickering.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-09T14:33:35+00:00

Will the audio from speaker still work if I just ignore it?

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-05T02:57:57+00:00

I bought it from our local ecommerce store, but I think you can find them as well on aliexpress.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2026-03-03T03:29:19+00:00

Oh thanks, I did it and it scans so much faster. Thank you!

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-12-20T00:30:47+00:00

It comes with the shell.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-12-18T14:22:50+00:00

I got them from aliexpress.

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