AI in Electronics: Quilter's Journey in PCB Design - Automating Layout with Reinforcement Learning

Explore the innovative application of reinforcement learning in PCB design through this insightful podcast episode of Gradient Dissent. Join host Lukas Biewald as he interviews Sergiy Nesterenko, CEO of Quilter, who shares how their company automates the complex process of creating PCBs. Discover the challenges and successes of integrating AI with real-world electronic design applications, learn about the importance of PCBs, and gain insights into the physics and practical issues involved in PCB design. Delve into topics such as handling high-speed PCB designs, balancing research with practical applications, and the future of AI integration in electronic design. Access this 44-minute discussion on various platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and follow timestamps to navigate specific topics of interest.

- Introduction to Gradient Dissent
- Meet Sergiy Nesterenko, CEO of Quilter
- Understanding PCBs and Their Importance
- Challenges in PCB Design
- Automating PCB Layout with AI
- Physics and Practical Issues in PCB Design
- Real-World Applications of Quilter
- Insights on Reinforcement Learning in PCB Design
- Handling High-Speed PCB Designs
- Balancing Research and Real-World Applications
- Challenges and Surprises in Building Quilter
- Future of PCB Design and AI Integration