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Real Time with... Show & Tell 2023 Now Available for Download
February 23, 2023 | I-Connect007Estimated reading time: 1 minute
We are thrilled to announce the release of the sixth edition of Real Time with… IPC APEX EXPO 2023 Show & Tell Magazine, an exclusive, annual review of IPC’s trademark event. In this issue, you’ll find insightful articles, interviews with award winners, and reviews of the speakers, conferences, and courses.
(Re)live the experience through hundreds of high-quality images, hear from our technical experts, and watch videos that capture the flavor of the entire event.
You’ll also learn more about the IPC Design Competition and gain insights from our show reviewers. Experience IPC APEX EXPO 2023 through our hundreds of high-quality images, hear from our many technical experts, and watch fun videos that capture the flavor of the entire event.
“We specifically designed this issue so that whether or not you attended the event, you would be able to get a comprehensive feel for the whole show,” says Michelle Te, managing editor of Show & Tell Magazine. “There is so much to see and do while you’re there, it’s impossible to experience it all. We wanted to provide an immersive experience through words and images. There’s definitely something for everyone. We also encourage you to use this as a resource guide throughout the year. It's something you'll want to refer to again and again.”
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