- Season 1
Engineering Unlocked is a new DigiKey video series exploring how modern tools, open communities, and STEM education are reshaping the future of electronics design. From rapid prototyping platforms to real-world maker ecosystems, the series highlights how engineers turn ideas into working hardware faster than ever.
Sponsored by Microchip and Molex, Engineering Unlocked brings together industry experts, educators, and innovators to examine the technologies, workflows, and communities powering today’s design cycles—and preparing the next generation of engineers.
S1: EPISODE 1
A community of innovators: Lessons from Supercon
Supercon is where unconventional ideas meet real engineering skill. This episode captures the creativity, collaboration, and rapid prototyping culture on display at Supercon 2025, highlighting how community-driven innovation accelerates experimentation and learning.
Through interviews with hardware hackers, speakers, and organizers, viewers see how open collaboration and accessible tools continue to influence the future of electronics design.
S1: EPISODE 2
Tools of the trade: The modern hardware toolkit
Modern engineering moves fast and the right tools make the difference. This episode explores the hardware platforms, development boards, components, and workflows engineers use to prototype, test, and iterate designs efficiently.
Featuring insights from Sparkfun, Arduino, and Microchip, the episode showcases how today’s toolchains enable faster development cycles, lower barriers to entry, and more flexible experimentation.
S1: EPISODE 3
The path forward: STEM and the future of engineering
The future of engineering depends on access, education, and hands-on experience. This final episode focuses on STEM programs, makerspaces, and academic initiatives shaping tomorrow’s engineers.
Through conversations with educators, students, and industry mentors, the series concludes with a look at how community learning and modern prototyping tools are building a more inclusive, innovative engineering ecosystem.

