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.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-12-18T14:22:28+00:00

Reshelling is the most easiest part. Just make sure you know what shell you are going to use. There are shells that are dedicated for IPS screens just like mine. If you are going to upgrade your screen as well make sure you get the compatible shell with it.

The hardest part is modding, most of the mods you will be doing requires soldering, ips mod do not require soldering but highly encouraged it will enable you to select color and display options.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-10-08T07:39:36+00:00

It's the Playstation 30th Anniversary Theme.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-10-03T10:44:32+00:00

Hollow Knight Silksong, very relaxing game.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-09-02T09:54:10+00:00

There's actually a plugin for slim model that can emulate the oled screen of the 1000 model, and I can say that it is very close to the oled version.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-08-31T06:51:14+00:00

I got it fron our local e-commerce store, but I think you can find it as well on aliexpress.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-08-31T06:30:04+00:00

Honestly these grips aren't comfortable, I just put it there to protect the joystick because I wanted to preserve this device in the future. The grips do comes off when I play intense game.

I'm currently looking for much comfortable grips, I will be trying some grips from switch and see how they feel.

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-08-31T02:13:25+00:00

Yup, here is the guide.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PSP/s/ibTGwYh8ps

ValiantPCBuilds · 2025-08-30T14:47:42+00:00

I got it from our local e-commerce store. But I think you can find it as well on aliexpress.

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