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 – 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...
Localized IOT – Based on the ESP8266, JSON, and MQTT
My automation project is continually evolving, and I’m excited to share the latest advancements in my localized IoT setup. The image below shows the IoT Node Base, which includes a power regulator and is built around the ESP8266, specifically the Wemos D1 Mini....
What is The Difference Between The PIC10F320 and PIC10F322?
What is The Difference Between The PIC10F320 and PIC10F322?
Creating a Interrupt-Based Delay Timer with PIC10F322 and XC8
Why Replace __delay_ms()?The CircuitSetting Up Timer0 and InterruptsHow the Code WorksAdvantages of Using Interrupt-Based Delay TimerSummaryHave a Project or Idea!?Seeking Bespoke Technology Solutions? In this post, we will explore how to create an interrupt-based...
Building a PIC-Based Pomodoro Timer: Productivity Meets Embedded Design
PIC-Based Pomodoro Timer Project
I’m building a Pomodoro Timer using a PIC18F16Q41 microcontroller. Yes, the PIC18F16Q41 is way overkill for something this simple, but that’s intentional. This design will also serve as a testbed for future projects, like testing sensors and other features I’m planning to use. Plus, I had some PIC18F16Q41 chips left over from a previous project, so why not?
