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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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Replacing 555 Timer with PIC10F322 : Creating Basic Astable Circuits
PIC10F322 Applications: Replacing 555 Timer with PIC10F322 for Basic Astable CircuitsOverviewXC8 Code for Basic Astable CircuitExplanation of the CodeAdjusting the Pulse Width and FrequencySummarySeeking Bespoke Technology Solutions? PIC10F322 Applications:...
How to Use PIC10F322 for Basic Monostable Circuits : A 555 Timer Alternative
Using a PIC10F322 as a replacement for a 555 timer in a basic monostable circuit provides a flexible and programmable solution. This guide walks you through the setup and code needed to create a monostable circuit with a trigger input and adjustable pulse duration. By leveraging the capabilities of the PIC10F322, you can simplify your circuit design and avoid the hassle of calculating and sourcing specific resistor and capacitor values.
Alternating Blinking LEDs : Building on the Basics with the CORE MCU Framework
Alternating Blinking LEDs : Building on the Basics with the CORE MCU FrameworkFirst Things First: Setting Up the CircuitNow, Let’s Dive into the CodeWhat’s Happening Here?What Does It All Look Like?Why Start Here?A Dynamic Pattern GeneratorCore MCU Framework...
Movement Toward Localized Computing
Movement Toward Localized Computing Is it just me, or have you also noticed the significant shift toward centralized computing models? Services like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud have been dominating the tech landscape for a few years now. There’s no denying the...
How to Use an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) in MCU Applications : Part 1
How to Use an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) in MCU ApplicationsWhat Is an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor)?How Does an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) Work?Why Use an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor)?Where LDRs (Light Dependent Resistor) Are UsedCommon (Light Dependent...