7/17/2025

๐ŸŽ™️The Analog Awakening: A Career Blueprint with Mabi Nadaf | TSP | Guest - Mr. Mabi Nadaf


Welcome to another power-packed episode of ๐ŸŽง The Semiconductor Podcast (TSP)! In this episode, we’re joined by Mabi Nadaf — ๐Ÿ‘จ‍๐Ÿซ Analog IC Design Engineer, ๐ŸŽฏ Semiconductor Career Strategist, and the visionary founder of ๐Ÿข Anadiwave Semiconductor & ๐Ÿ“š GIICT.

From crafting circuits at Analog Devices, GlobalFoundries, and SanDisk ๐Ÿข⚙️ to mentoring India’s next-gen analog heroes ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ — Mabi shares his remarkable journey from engineer ➡️ entrepreneur. ๐Ÿ” In this episode we have discussed : ✨ What inspired his switch to entrepreneurship ๐Ÿง‘‍๐Ÿ’ผ ๐Ÿ’ฅ Major risks he took and lessons learned ๐Ÿ›ค️ ๐ŸŽ“ How to know if analog design is your true calling ๐Ÿ”Œ❤️ ๐Ÿง‘‍๐Ÿ’ป What makes an engineer "Day One Ready" in analog? ๐Ÿ“‰ Why digital is over-hyped and analog overlooked ๐ŸŒ How India can bridge the industry-academia gap ๐Ÿ“˜ Must-read books & textbook sections you should NEVER skip! ๐Ÿค– The impact of AI on analog design today & tomorrow ๐Ÿซ Tips for Tier-2 & Tier-3 colleges to build analog fundamentals ๐ŸŽ Plus: Motivation for students, ๐Ÿ” upskilling tips for working engineers, and a vision for a strong analog ecosystem in ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India. ๐Ÿ‘‰ If you're a student, a working professional, or an educator, this episode is your roadmap to analog success! ๐Ÿ›ฃ️๐Ÿ’ก ๐Ÿ“ฒ Watch now and share with your circuit-loving friends! In this podcast series, discussion on VLSI and its related fields is presented, focusing on recent developments and advancements in the industry. Topics such as the latest trends and innovations in semiconductor technology are explored, offering insights into the evolving landscape. Career guidance is shared, providing practical advice for navigating the field, along with success stories that highlight the journeys of professionals who have made their mark in VLSI. Whether for students, professionals, or those interested in the subject, valuable knowledge is offered to help stay informed and succeed in this dynamic area. Guest : Mr. Mabi Nadaf Mabi Nadaf is a Semiconductor Career Strategist, Analog IC Design Engineer, and Founder & Director of GIICT (Global Institute of Integrated Circuit Technology). With over a decade of industry experience at Analog Devices, GlobalFoundries, and SanDisk, he is passionately bridging India’s industry-academia gap in analog design. As the founder of Anadiwave Semiconductor Pvt. Ltd., Mabi leads efforts to deliver silicon-proven PMIC IPs and industry-ready analog engineers. Through GIICT, India’s first hands-on, outcome-driven institute for analog IC design, he has empowered students, graduates, and working professionals with a structured roadmap, real-world projects, and 100% placement support. Mabi is committed to transforming careers and accelerating India’s semiconductor growth through innovation, mentorship, and collaboration. ๐ŸŽ™️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get ₹740 discount! ๐Ÿ˜ https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5468382652137472