Ep. 44 - Are Degrees Worthwhile?

Open Hardware Manufacturing Podcast

In this episode of the Open Hardware Manufacturing Podcast, Stephen and Lucy talk about the role education plays in engineering and open hardware. They share their own experiences, what they gained from pursuing degrees, what they learned outside of school, and how both shaped their careers.

They get into the cost of formal education, the value of personal projects, and the lessons that only come from real-world work. Join them as they explore when a degree is necessary and when practical experience can be just as powerful.

You’ll hear:

• The ups and downs of earning an engineering degree
• How different educational paths influenced their careers
• Why side projects matter for learning and growth
• Ways to balance classroom learning with hands-on experience
• Thoughts on job hunting with or without a degree

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Intro song:

• Complicate Ya - Otis McDonald (Creative Commons Attribution License)

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