The Winning the Silicon Valley Science Fair One: Adam Judelson & Aligning Product + Engineering

Adam Judelson describes what it was like winning the grand prize at the Silicon Valley Science and Engineering Fair (and 4th place in the International Competition) in high school, and how it has provided inspiration throughout his career. He also discusses what makes a great marriage between Product and Engineering Teams.

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