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The History of Arduino Part 1: Introducing Arduino

On February 15, 2023 in All, Computing, Dev Tools, Maker by Mike Parks

After 20 years and millions of circuit boards, Arduino has revolutionized embedded electronics education and access for the masses. We look back at Arduino’s history to contextualize their plans for the future of embedded.

Differences Between Python and MicroPython

On September 22, 2022 in All, Computing, General, Maker, Open Source, STEAM by Mike Parks

Python is a popular language for both desktop and embedded development. However, not all implementations are the same. Developers should be aware of the many differences between the reference implementation of CPython and the embedded-oriented MicroPython.

Tagged With: c, c++, cpython, embedded development, firmware, programming languages, python, software

LTE-M Connectivity Is Here for Everyone

On September 8, 2022 in All, Computing, IoT, Maker, RF, Robotics, Sensors, Wireless by Microchip Technology

Hobbyists and innovators can now take advantage of the LTE-M development kit and enable their IoT designs to connect to the global cellular network. The embedded processor handles encryption (thanks to the Secure Element chip) and cellular connectivity (thanks to the Monarch 2 Cellular modem).

Tagged With: cellular network, designer, development, global, hobbyist, inventor, iot, lte-m

New Tech Tuesdays: Advantech's MIC-710AIL-DVA1 Development Kit Introduces Flexibility

On May 10, 2022 in All, Dev Tools, General, Industrial, Maker, New Tech Tuesdays by Tommy Cummings

In this week's New Tech Tuesday, we look at the features of the MIC-710AIL-DVA1 NVIDIA^® Jetson Nano^™ Development Kit.

Anechoic Chamber Used for Electronics Testing

On March 18, 2022 in All, Connectors, Dev Tools, General, Industrial, IoT, Maker, Power, RF, Robotics, Sensors, StartUp, Wireless by Darin Hatcher

Anechoic chambers are shielded rooms that provide an ideal testing environment for sensors, antennas, radar, and more. Design engineers can conduct a wide range of tests and measurements in a chamber like thermal, noise, and military testing.

ArduPy: When Arduino Met Python

On February 24, 2022 in All, Computing, General, Maker by Mike Parks

What do you get when you combine the Arduino ecosystem with the power of the Python programming language? ArduPy! An exciting toolset that lets embedded developers use MicroPython software development while leveraging the suite of Arduino libraries for various third-party hardware sensors and actuators.

Tagged With: arduino, ardupy, embedded, micropython, python, seeed, wio terminal

New Tech Tuesdays: Raspberry Pi Model B Upgrade Can Get You into the Holiday Spirit

On November 15, 2021 in All, Automation, Computing, General, Lighting, Maker, New Tech Tuesdays by Tommy Cummings

In this week's New Tech Tuesday, we'll look at the upgrade Raspberry Pi Model B, a re-engineered dual 4K display (yes, you can run two monitors at once) with up to 8GB of RAM.

Introduction to Embedded Python

On October 27, 2021 in All, Maker, Open Source by Mike Parks

The Python programming language is available in various implementations geared specifically towards embedded firmware developers. Each implementation attempts to be compliant with CPython; however, each has unique design-driven attributes that should be understood.

New Tech Tuesdays: Learn More about Digital Security with Cryptographic Development Kit

On August 31, 2021 in All, Dev Tools, General, Maker, New Tech Tuesdays by Tommy Cummings

In this week's New Tech Tuesday, we'll take a close look at the SparkFun Cryptographic Development Kit.

New Tech Tuesdays: Durability, Reliability Power Entertainment@Amphenol Connectors

On May 24, 2021 in All, Connectors, General, Maker, New Tech Tuesdays by Tommy Cummings

Entertainment@Amphenol's circuit-breaking HPT Series power connectors feature higher duty cycle ratings and labor-saving, high tensile-strength stainless steel bead chain or self-closing spring cover designs, delivering lower costs of ownership.

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