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.
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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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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?
Python Code – Create A Black and White Image using Numpy Array
As you recall - a black and white image can be represented by a 2d array. The below Python code takes a 2 x 5 array (checker board pattern) and using matplot converts it into an image we can see. #%% import matplotlib.pyplot as plt import numpy as np # 2d Image Array...
PIC16F15214 Pin Diagram
PIC16F15214 Pin Diagram VSS - Ground VDD - Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 5.5V PIC16F15213 Pin descriptions and Pin Mappings
Powering the PIC10F322 : Basic Power Supply Options
PIC10F322 Power Supply : To power up the PIC10F322 and depending on how you are going to use it – you need some sort of power regulation circuit, that takes some input voltage and drops it to your desired voltage to drive the PIC10F322.
Replacing the 555 Timer with PIC10F322 : Cascaded Timer Applications
Replacing the 555 timer with the PIC10F322 for cascaded timer applications provides enhanced flexibility and control. This guide demonstrates how to configure the PIC10F322 to create a cascaded timer, offering step-by-step instructions and detailed code explanations. By adjusting the input and output configurations, you can expand the functionality to suit various applications.