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A collection of slightly mad projects, instructive/educational videos, and generally interesting stuff. Building projects around the Arduino and ESP32 platforms - we'll be exploring AI, Computer Vision, Audio, 3D Printing - it may get a bit eclectic...

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We should be embracing ChatGPT and Friends

Dive into the diverse reactions to AI tools such as ChatGPT and Copilot, understand their impact, and learn how embracing AI augmentation can boost your productivity and creativity in the tech industry.
01 January 2023

The Hacker News Effect

Witness the incredible impact of the Hacker News Effect, resulting in over 29,000 unique visitors to a Jekyll-generated blog post hosted on Amazon AWS and CloudFront, proving the resilience and affordability of the hosting solution.
15 December 2022

Using ChatGPT As a Co-Founder

Unveil the power of ChatGPT as it assists in building a startup from concept to execution, defining product features, implementing on AWS and GCP, crafting a pitch, and more!
05 December 2022

Axial Flux PCB Motors - Wedge or Spiral Coils - Which is best?

Learn about the differences between wedge-shaped and circular coils in PCB motors, and how the former's better radial line arrangement generates stronger magnetic fields, leading to improved torque and overall efficiency.
20 November 2022

KiCad PCBNew Python Scripting Cheat Sheet

Master creating a KiCad PCBNew action plugin for generating coils, adding various elements like tracks, vias, and text to PCBs, and creating pins and pads using Python scripting for seamless board design.
24 October 2022

Scripting KiCad to make coils

Taking inspiration from PCB Motors, learn how to create customized PCB coils by automating the design process with a KiCad plugin and optimized Python algorithms to generate various coil shapes and patterns, making the PCB layout easier and more efficient.
23 October 2022

Forget SSH and vim, Use VSCode to Remote Develop on the Raspberry Pi

Learn how to use VSCode's remote development features for an efficient, hassle-free experience while coding on the Raspberry Pi, with access to all hardware components and support for most models.
24 September 2022

A Life in Tech - The Early Years

Take a nostalgic walk through the author's experiences growing up with early home computers like the ZX Spectrum and Atari ST, discovering the impact of these groundbreaking technologies on a life in tech, and the valuable skills they gained in assembly language and electronics along the way.
19 August 2022

Launching the MakerNews Email List

Discover the new Maker News newsletter to effortlessly connect content creators with their audiences while uncovering intriguing Maker videos, articles, and interviews from the global community.
06 August 2022

Flashing the TS80P with IronOS

Experience the TS80P soldering iron's performance in this detailed review and learn the quick process for flashing open-source IronOS firmware. See a Raspberry Pi Pico W come to life with proper soldered headers in a hands-on demonstration.
04 August 2022

What does a successful YouTube video look like?

Discover the fascinating analysis of a YouTube video amassing 1.8 million views, its influence on channel growth, revenue generation, and audience engagement, and the elusive recipe for creating repeat hits.
27 July 2022

Picking up Free Lithium Cells Off the Street and Making them Safe for Use

Learn to recycle lithium cells from disposable vape devices, test their capacity with DIY battery testers, and add battery protection to make them safe for use in your projects, contributing to a cleaner environment.
16 July 2022

The PCBs are in production - what have I messed up?

Explore the design and creation of a seven-segment clock using high-voltage and 3V LED filaments, driven by an ESP32 microcontroller and innovative driver chips. Learn about the author's decision-making process and how they overcame challenges during the PCB design phase.
06 February 2022

ESP32 I2S DMA Settings - dma_buf_len and dma_buf_count Explained

Dive into the mysterious world of I2S audio and DMA, exploring the purpose of dma_buf_count and dma_buf_len parameters, and how to optimize them for improved performance and efficiency in your projects.
20 April 2021

Are you an effective team?

Find out if your software development team meets the bare essentials for productivity, such as continuous integration, unit tests, and code reviews to ensure maximum effectiveness.
26 November 2020

DIY Alexa With the ESP32 and Wit.ai

Construct a DIY Alexa with ESP32 and Wit.ai, complete with wake word detection, audio capture, intent recognition and execution. Follow this tutorial to build your own voice-activated device.
15 October 2020

ESP32 Audio Input - MAX4466, MAX9814, SPH0645LM4H, INMP441

Integrating microphones with ESP32 for analog and digital audio recording can be done with microphones like MAX4466, MAX9814, SPH0645LM4H, and INMP441. Assess the advantages and disadvantages of these microphones and learn how to make the most of their features in projects that require high-quality sound sampling.
12 September 2020

TensorFlow Categorical Classification

Master categorical classification in TensorFlow with Python to effectively predict image categories such as blank, square, circle, or triangle. Dive into model compilation, training, and testing its accuracy using random samples, enabling successful image classification in machine learning applications.
06 September 2020
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