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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PIC10F322 XC8 Tutorial : Implementing an Adjustable Push Button Timer
Adjustable Push Button Timer - XC8 code for PIC10F322.SetupHigh-Level OverviewDetailed ExplanationThe CircuitThe CodeSummaryHave a Project or Idea!?Seeking Bespoke Technology Solutions? Adjustable Push Button Timer - XC8 code for PIC10F322. In this tutorial, we...
How Innovation Can Drive Positive Change for Our Planet
When we think about innovation, it often brings to mind cutting-edge tech, new gadgets, or the latest startup ideas. But when we step back and look at it through a wider lens, innovation is so much more. It’s the spirit of solving problems differently, making...
Announcement – 2024/11/25
Exciting News - Hold on to Your Hats Introducing the latest update for Core MCU Framework Version 1.1.0 for versions 16F and 18F! Packed with new features, improved HAL, and all sorts of exciting enhancements to make MCU development smoother and more efficient. I...
Announcing the Release of the Core MCU Framework – DS18B20 Drivers for Core8-16F Version
I’m excited to share some great news for developers and tech enthusiasts: the Core MCU Framework has now been expanded with initial support for DS18B20 temperature sensors in the Core8-16F version! This release brings powerful new capabilities, enabling seamless...
Python Automation – Code Snippet – Return List of Files in Directory by Extension
Need to return list of files in directory based on the file extension?




