Creator Alchemist: A Different Kind of Blueprint
Technology, creativity, and the journey between.
This isn’t a portfolio—it’s a place where I make sense of the work I do and the life I live.
Creator Alchemist is the name I’ve given to that process.
Whether it’s designing firmware, prototyping electronics, or writing about the lessons learned, I explore microcontrollers, embedded systems, and the ways technology can shape meaningful experiences—and maybe even illuminate the world around us.
Pull up a chair. Let’s see what’s possible.
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Announcement – End of Year : Good Bye 2024
Exciting News - Hold on to Your Hats As this year comes to an end, (Well, already over into the new year) I’ve been thinking about how busy it’s been and how much has been accomplished. It’s been a year full of learning, building, and making progress on so many...
Streamlining MCU Development with POGO Pins
Streamlining Your MCU Designs with POGO Pins What Are POGO Pins? POGO pins, or spring-loaded pins, are small connectors designed for temporary connections. Each pin is made up of a plunger, barrel, and spring mechanism that presses the pin against a contact point....
Embracing the Open Road : Moments Between Here and There
This image of an open road, a single cloud, and endless sky reminds us to slow down, tune into the present moment, and find peace in the vast simplicity of what’s around us.
The Power of Being Intentional in a Messy World
The world we dream of isn’t some distant fantasy—it starts within us, in the small, deliberate choices we make each day. Every act of kindness, every bit of patience, creates ripples that build a lifescape of possibilities for something greater.
Announcement – Introducing the LumiEase Basic Dimmer Module (Beta Release)
Exciting News - Hold on to Your Hats I’m thrilled to announce the beta release of the LumiEase Basic Dimmer Module! If you’ve ever found LEDs too overpowering for your model scenes, this module is here to change that. Designed to plug seamlessly into the LumiEase...
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Announcement – 2024/12/05
Exciting News - Hold on to Your Hats Do you ever feel like you are running just to stay in place. That has what the last few weeks has felt like.. I am finally getting around to posting this. Here is a small project I have been working on - For this one I designed...
How to Build Basic Astable Circuits with PIC10F322 NCO as a 555 Timer Alternative
A Basic Astable Using NCO (Numerically Controlled Oscillator). The last post we wrote some code to get an Astable output on the PIC10F322.
The Content System Project
I find a lot of things intriguing, however over the last few months I have been focused on marketing. Really traffic generation. With the burning question of - is it possible to sell inexpensive products online (Something under $10)- without running ads as the key source of traffic generation?
Sound Generation with PIC10F322 NCO and XC8: Emulating the IBM PC/XT Beep
Sound Generation with PIC10F322 NCO and XC8: Emulating the IBM PC/XT BeepThe IBM PC/XT BeepUnderstanding the NCO (Numerically Controlled Oscillator)Key Features of the NCO:Implementing the IBM PC/XT Beep with PIC10F322 and XC8The Circuit:The Code:Have a Project or...
Create Dual Alternating Flasher for Model Trains Using PIC10F322 and XC8
This guide provides a straightforward way to create a dual alternating flasher using the PIC10F322 microcontroller and XC8 compiler. Whether you're into model trains or need a simple attention-getting flasher, this project is a great starting point. Follow the circuit setup and use the provided code to get your LEDs flashing in no time.
