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...
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
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...
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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...
From Concept to Control: Designing a Versatile DCC System for Model Railroads
Yes, I like trains. I can’t help myself. I’ve been fascinated by them for as long as I can remember. It’s a hobby that pulls together all sorts of things I enjoy—not just the technical side, but also my artistic side. There’s something about...
Difference between : PIC16F15213 and PIC16F15214
So, what is the Difference between the PIC16F15213 and PIC16F15214? FLASH Program Space and SRAM Size. PIC16F15213 has 3.5K Program Flash Memory and 256 Bytes of SRAM. PIC16F15214 has 7K Program Flash Memory and 512 Bytes of SRAM. You get double the Program Space...
How to Use PIC10F322 ADC and PWM for LED Brightness Control with XC8
PIC10F322 ADC and PWM for LED Brightness Control – by combining the ADC and PWM features of the PIC10F322, you can create a flexible and efficient method for controlling LED brightness. This guide provides a comprehensive setup and detailed code example, demonstrating how to read an analog input and adjust the PWM duty cycle to control the brightness of an LED. This approach can be expanded to control larger loads with the addition of a transistor, providing even greater versatility for your microcontroller projects.
Bringing It to Life : Using a Potentiometer to Control an LED and Monitor Values with Serial Feedback
Table of Contents Using a Potentiometer to Control an LED and Monitor Values with Serial Feedback The Circuit Setting Up the Circuit: Adding Serial Feedback to the Mix Putting It All Together Now for the Code Blinking LED with Serial Feedback Inside the Endless...




