by Jamie Starling | Jan 6, 2025 | Announcements
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...
by Jamie Starling | Dec 16, 2024 | The Art of Technology
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 | Dec 10, 2024 | Announcements
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...
by Jamie Starling | Dec 6, 2024 | The Art of Technology
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...
by Jamie Starling | Dec 5, 2024 | Announcements
Exciting News – Hold on to Your Hats Do you ever feel like you are running just to stay in place. That has what the last few weeks has felt like.. I am finally getting around to posting this. Here is a small project I have been working on – For this one I...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 18, 2024 | The Art of Technology
Creating an LCD I2C Driver for the Core MCU FrameworkA Quick Look at the HardwareThe Driver in ActionMaking Sure the Address is RightWrapping It All TogetherCore MCU Framework InformationHave a Project or Idea!?Seeking Bespoke Technology...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 16, 2024 | Art of Life
When I dive into a technical project, whether it’s developing a new lighting hub, programming a microcontroller, or other technical problem it often seems like I’m simply solving a puzzle. The pieces may look like code, wires, and components, but beneath...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 15, 2024 | The Art of Technology
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 | The Art of Technology
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 | The Art of Technology
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 11, 2024 | The Art of Technology
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...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 10, 2024 | The Art of Technology
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 | The Art of Technology
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 | The Art of Technology
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 | The Art of Technology
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 | The Art of Technology
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...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 2, 2024 | The Art of Technology
Using a Potentiometer with a PIC MicrocontrollerUnderstanding What a Potentiometer DoesWhy Use a Potentiometer?Setting Up the Circuit: Connecting the Potentiometer to a PICReading Analog Values: From Voltage to DataA World of PossibilitiesSeeking Bespoke Technology...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 2, 2024 | The Art of Technology
Alternating Blinking LEDs : Building on the Basics with the CORE MCU FrameworkFirst Things First: Setting Up the CircuitNow, Let’s Dive into the CodeWhat’s Happening Here?What Does It All Look Like?Why Start Here?A Dynamic Pattern GeneratorCore MCU Framework...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 2, 2024 | The Art of Technology
Why Choose a Microchip PIC Over an Arduino?Why Choose a PIC?But Isn’t a PIC Harder to Use?When Does It Make Sense to Move to a PIC?Choosing the Right Tool for the JobSeeking Bespoke Technology Solutions?jamie@jamiestarling.com Why Choose a Microchip PIC Over an...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 1, 2024 | The Art of Technology
Building Smarter : The Power of Reusable Firmware with Core MCU FrameworkWhat is Reusable Firmware?Why Reusable Firmware MattersCore MCU Framework: A Platform for Reusable FirmwareBuilding Reusable Firmware: A Step-by-Step GuideHow Core MCU Framework is EvolvingA...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 1, 2024 | The Art of Technology
Introducing the Core MCU Framework: Making Embedded Development EasierWhat is the Core MCU Framework?The Core Problem: MCU PortabilityHow Core MCU Framework Makes Development EasierA Framework That Grows With YouWhy It MattersSeeking Bespoke Technology...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 1, 2024 | The Art of Technology
Blinking an LED with the CORE MCU Framework PIC16F15313First Things First: Setting Up the CircuitBreaking Down the Code Step-by-StepWhy This Code MattersEndless PossibilitiesCore MCU Framework InformationHave a Project or Idea!?Seeking Bespoke Technology...
by Jamie Starling | Oct 1, 2024 | The Art of Technology
How to Easily Connect Your PIC Microcontroller to a PC Using a USB to TTL Serial ConverterWhy Use a USB to TTL Serial Converter?First, Let’s Cover Some BasicsWhat is TTL Serial Communication?So, What’s Serial Communication?Why Doesn’t My Computer Understand TTL?Enter...
by Jamie Starling | Sep 27, 2024 | The Art of Technology
How to Use an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) in MCU ApplicationsWhat Is an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor)?How Does an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor) Work?Why Use an LDR (Light Dependent Resistor)?Where LDRs (Light Dependent Resistor) Are UsedCommon (Light Dependent...
by Jamie Starling | Jun 5, 2024 | The Art of Technology
{Content System Abstract}{Content System – Core Concept }{Focus on Long Tail Niches}{Content Aggregation}{Automation}{Attractors (Magnetic Mechanisms)}{Targets}{Optimization}{AND HERE IS THE PROBLEM – Or Problems}{Phase One}{Phase Two}{Phase Three}Local...
by Jamie Starling | Mar 15, 2022 | The Art of Technology
My automation project is continually evolving, and I’m excited to share the latest advancements in my localized IoT setup. The image below shows the IoT Node Base, which includes a power regulator and is built around the ESP8266, specifically the Wemos D1 Mini. Here...
by Jamie Starling | Jan 18, 2022 | The Art of Technology
Building and Automating a Hydroponic System I’ve been growing various herbs, lettuces, and other food plants using hydroponics for some time now. It’s a fantastic method for producing fresh veggies year-round. Recently, I’ve taken my interest a step...
