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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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?
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...
Using PIC10F322 Internal Temperature Sensor to Seed a Random Number Generator with XC8
In a previous post, we discussed setting up the PIC10F322 ADC to read the internal temperature sensor. While the primary use of this sensor is to monitor the die's temperature to ensure it operates within its thermal limits, there are creative ways to utilize this...
What is The Difference Between The PIC10F320 and PIC10F322?
What is The Difference Between The PIC10F320 and PIC10F322?
XC8 Code Tutorial : PWM Functions for PIC10F322 Microcontroller
PWM Functions for PIC10F322 - This guide provides a comprehensive overview of setting up and using PWM on the PIC10F322 microcontroller. By understanding the configuration and implementation details, you can effectively control the duty cycle and frequency of your PWM signals, which are essential for various applications in embedded systems.
