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The Hidden Architecture of Autonomy: How Skydio Drones Think, See, and Connect

Summary In today's Coredump Session, François Baldassari and Chris Coleman sit down with Ross Yeager, VP of Device Platform Software at Skydio, to explore how autonomy is reshaping modern robotics and what it takes to build drones that can truly think for themselves. Ross shares his journey from Boosted Boards to Skydio, unpacking how the company pioneered fully autonomous flight, built a vertically integrated manufacturing operation in California, and created a foundation that blends cutting-edge software and hardware.

Coredump #018: Hidden Complexity of Sleep Tech: Power, Comfort, and 8 Hours of Reliability

In today’s Coredump Session, François and Chris from **Memfault** sit down with **Charles Taylor**, co-founder of **Ozlo Sleep**, to explore the journey from Bose’s original Sleepbuds to the rebirth of a product designed to help people truly rest. The conversation traces how Ozlo revived this beloved idea, balancing power management, all-night comfort, and reliability in one of the most demanding consumer tech categories. Along the way, Charles shares lessons from bringing a hardware product back to life, testing technology people use in their sleep, and building a community that believes better rest starts with better engineering.

#017: Building and Scaling a Startup in the Ultra-Competitive Health Wearables Market

In today's Coredump Session, François Baldassari and Chris Coleman sit down with Ultrahuman co-founder Vatsal Singhal to unpack what it takes to build and scale a hardware startup in the fiercely competitive health wearable market. From transitioning from software to hardware to building responsibly with AI and machine learning, Vatsal shares what it means to blend deep engineering rigor with a mission to improve human performance. This conversation explores the challenges, surprises, and future of health-tech innovation at the edge.

COREDUMP #016: From Startup to Global Brand: Scaling Engineering at reMarkable

In today’s Coredump Session, we sit down with Nico Comier, CTO of reMarkable, to explore the journey from early-stage startup to global brand. Nico shares insights on scaling engineering teams, balancing technical credibility with leadership responsibilities, and what it really takes to bring a hardware product to market. From the pressures of product launches to the importance of customer connection, this conversation dives into the realities of building impactful technology.

COREDUMP #015: Developing kid-safe tech at Gabb: what it takes and why it's so important

In today’s Coredump Session, we explore the rise of kid-safe tech with leaders from the Gabb team, creators of connected devices designed specifically for children. From designing products that prioritize child safety to integrating AI in ways that support families, this conversation unpacks the complexities of building secure, intuitive technology for the next generation. The team also shares real-world lessons on hardware partnerships, customer trust, and what it takes to innovate responsibly in the IoT space.

COREDUMP #014: Why Your IoT Project Still Hasn't Taken Off - And How to Fix It

In today’s Coredump Session, the team takes a hard look at why some IoT projects stall before they ever hit scale. From organizational missteps to product-market fit challenges, they explore the hidden forces that derail even technically sound products. You’ll hear candid insights on why being “connected” isn’t enough—and what it really takes to succeed in IoT today. Key Takeaways Listen to the Podcast episode.

COREDUMP #013: Prepping Your AI Model for the Wild: Building Edge AI Models That Actually Work

In today's Coredump Session, we dive into the fascinating world of building Edge AI models that truly work in real-world environments. Joined by David Tischler, Developer Program Manager, and Alessandro Grande, Head of Product at Edge Impulse (A Qualcomm Company), we unpack what it takes to deploy AI on tiny devices, explore practical applications from wearables to industrial use cases, and discuss why customization, hardware choices, and continuous monitoring are critical for success. Tune in to explore how Edge AI is transforming device development and enabling smarter solutions.

Why AI Struggles with Complex Coding Tasks and How It Excels

Discover why AI excels in some coding tasks while struggling with others. Dive into intriguing insights about AI's limitations in mobile and backend development, and see what this means for the future of coding, including firmware. Don't miss this exploration of AI's coding capabilities.

How Embracing Change Drives Startup Success

Discover the key mindset shift every startup founder needs to embrace for success. Our speaker shares a candid reflection on early challenges, including a tough version 2.0 release, and reveals how diving into the code with the team was a game-changer. Learn why adaptability and hands-on leadership are crucial—and why clinging to a rigid three-year plan could hold you back.