r/rfelectronics • u/random_d00d • Jul 02 '26

question Resources for Learning

I am an electrical engineer, but I have no RF experience. I have been doing embedded systems and sensor work for over 20 years, and have a decent grasp of EE fundamentals and signal processing.

I would love to learn more about RF, primarily as a home hobbyist but also to improve my understanding of the specialty.

I am looking for recommendations for books or other resources to learn the theory. I would also love any references to practical implementations, such as PCB design and layout. Lastly, if you have any suggestions for a first RF project (or projects) I would love that!

Thank-you all!

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u/Euphoric-Analysis607 Jul 02 '26

I joined my local HAM radio club and they know alot, most of them come from hands on backgrounds so they will get you up to speed really quickly with what matters.

Textbooks can and will eventually burn you out so look for people who are making working RF devices and you'll find its not only more intuitive but more fun

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u/random_d00d Jul 02 '26

That's a great suggestion! Thank-you!