Does dire necessity and the Muslim community's need for specialists in electronics engineering, coupled with obedience to parents in doubtful matters, permit the use of non-original software and books to achieve scientific excellence and develop intelligence in this field?

It is permissible for someone who believes something to be unlawful to undertake it out of necessity or a recognized need. The criterion for need is that if it is not observed, those who are obligated will face hardship and difficulty. There is no obedience to parents in disobeying the Creator, but regarding matters of doubt, most scholars agree on its obligation because abandoning obedience to them is unlawful, and the unlawful takes precedence over the recommended. If the son believes what the parents requested is unlawful, he should not obey them, but he should be gentle in his response and refusal. As for pirated programs and books, there is disagreement concerning them, and adopting the absolute prohibition is more cautious. However, for one who imitates those who permit their use for non-commercial purposes due to need, we hope that no sin will befall him.