1. Requirements
The most important part is selecting components based on requirements - we will verify that each component we select satisfies the requirements, so you can save yourself time by only considering components that satisfy our requirements
2. DigiKey search
https://www.digikey.com/products/en
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4) specific filters - voltage ranges, performance, etc
3. Datasheet
As James pointed out, some parts have their TI equivalents, so you can try looking for a TI datasheet even if the part is manufacture by someone else. In general, TI has amazing datasheets.
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Make sure that all of these meet the requirements. (use highlighting)
4. Use your resources
Look for what other people are using in rocketry or in other applications, ask others if they've used cool things before.
5. Help each other
If you are looking for an IMU but found a cool barometer: put the link as a comment on the barometer task! The person looking for the barometer might have not seen the part before and it might be a good one.
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