by Jamie Starling | Dec 16, 2024 | Making and Systems
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....
by Jamie Starling | Oct 17, 2024 | Making and Systems
Breaking Down C Headers and Include Files: A Simple IntroductionWhat’s a Header File, Anyway?Using #include: The Key to Connecting Your CodeWhat Goes Into a Header File?How Header Files Keep Your Code ConnectedHeat Shrinking It UpHave a Project or Idea!? Breaking Down...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 15, 2024 | Model Railroading
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 building...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 11, 2024 | Model Railroading
The goal of the LumiEase Hub is simple: to make it easy for anyone to add LED lighting and effects to their model train projects. For a long time, I’ve been designing modular systems for my own use. But when you’re creating something for yourself, it’s...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 11, 2024 | Making and Systems
1. Define Your Project’s Goal2. Choose the Right Microcontroller3. Set Up Your Development Environment4. Get Your Hands on the Hardware5. Write and Test Your Code6. Debug and Troubleshoot7. Document Your Progress8. Expand and Iterate9. Share Your Work Getting Started...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 10, 2024 | Making and Systems
25 Creative LDR Projects to Explore on Your OwnLight Detection and Control ProjectsSecurity and Safety SystemsEntertainment and Display IdeasEnvironmental Monitoring and Green ProjectsLearning and Demonstration ProjectsOther Fun IdeasCore MCU Framework InformationHave...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 10, 2024 | Making and Systems
Light-Sensing System with LDR, Potentiometer, and LED – Using the PIC16F15313The CircuitCircuit BreakdownNow for the CodeCode OverviewPractical Use CasesWhere to Go From HereCore MCU Framework InformationHave a Project or Idea!?Seeking Bespoke Technology...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 8, 2024 | Making and Systems
Adjusting LED Brightness with PWM and a PotentiometerThe CircuitLet’s walk through each part of the circuit:Putting It All TogetherNow for the CodeBreaking Down the Code: Adjusting LED Brightness with PWM Using a PotentiometerCode OverviewThe Endless LoopSummary of...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 3, 2024 | Making and Systems
Using a Potentiometer to Control an LED and Monitor Values with Serial FeedbackThe CircuitSetting Up the Circuit: Adding Serial Feedback to the MixPutting It All TogetherNow for the CodeBlinking LED with Serial FeedbackInside the Endless LoopWhat’s Happening...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 3, 2024 | Making and Systems
Using a Potentiometer with a PIC Microcontroller To Change Flash Rate of LEDSetting Up the CircuitHow It All Fits TogetherAnd Now The CodeCode OverviewThe Endless LoopWhat’s Happening in the LoopCore MCU Framework InformationHave a Project or Idea!?Seeking Bespoke...
