r/productdevelopment

I work in construction and have a not-quite novel idea but novel hardware design and implementation. I am trying to design a prototype PCB to get a test build going but I'm struggling to figure out how to design a PCB. Tried using a AI service to do the heavy lifting but still running into challenges. What steps can I take to get this off the ground while maintaining IP security?

I also don't have alot of money to throw around so the more I can do or the cheaper I can do the better.

I have a product idea that I’m quite confident in so I’m not going to share exactly what it is but it is home fragrance/scent related. I’m wondering how other people have developed similar products and what that process looks like. I’m currently ordering cheap parts to make a crude version of this product myself to see it through…but after that I’m not sure what the next steps should be. Anything shared WILL be helpful!

I have a solid product invention that's still in the ideation stage. I've never done this before, all my work experience is in banking, but I know that my idea is a good one. I just don't know where to start

I’m building a startup idea around helping AI/hardware teams navigate manufacturing in China. I’m curious — for those who’ve built hardware products, what was actually the hardest part? and For those who are building your hardware product, what's your top 3 challenges in manufacturing overseas?

Things like:

• finding trustworthy factories?
• supplier communication / language barriers?
• MOQ?
• delays / quality control?
• logistics confusion?

Would love to learn from real experiences.