What is the role of a printed circuit board or PCB within a piece of hardware?
During an interview for a senior hardware engineer role, you will be asked about various components you use in your hardware designs. You are expected to provide definitions of each component, their function, and how they contribute to the overall quality of the design. When answering this type of question, you should keep your answer brief and to the point. The interviewer will ask a follow-up question if they need more information or explore the topic in more detail.
"Printed circuit boards, also known as PCBs, are the hardware component on which many other components are integrated. The PCB integrates chips, circuits, and other electronic components. Using a printed circuit board eliminates the need for excessive wires and other connections. The printed circuit board also contains different interfaces such as busses and ports to connect to other hardware within the design or external to the equipment."
