Bare-metal MCUBoot Port on Renode
Setting up a bare-metal port of MCUBoot on an nrf52 and simulating in Renode
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Renode Docker Setup on Ubuntu 24.04
Emulating and debugging a Cortex-M4 MCU with Docker + VSCode + OpenOCD + GDB + Renode
SCPI for Embedded Systems
Guide to integrating the SCPI-Parser library into embedded projects
Ceramic Capacitor Characteristics: Pay attention to C(V)
Explanation of C(V) and a list of resources for designing
Method for Reading Thermistors
A fast, efficient, and accurate method to use thermistors in embedded systems.
Pulse Transitions Library
A Python library for analyzing step and pulse responses, inspired by Matlab’s pulse and transition metrics.
Enforcing Type Safety in C++
Libraries and Custom Strong Types
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Improving Python CLIs with Pydantic and Dataclasses
Effortless CLI options and config management using Pydantic and Dataclasses.
Using Kicad With Docker to Manage and Upgrade Release Versions
Reproducible and reliable KiCad environments using Docker
Optimal SMA Launch Layout
Using ATLC2 to improve launch conditions
Tuning PI Controllers for Thermoelectric Coolers
SIMC tuning and why TECs are great
Ordering From Macrofab with KiCad
Quick guide to using KiCad, kicad-xyrs, and kicad-make with MacroFab for PCB assembly.
Semantic Versioning for Electronics Design
Semantic Versioning for Electronics Design
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OpenEMS Optimizing Simulator
Parametric Electro-Magnetic Optimization Workflow with OpenEMS, Docker, and Python
Managing Openscad Projects
Tariff Math for Two-Layer Prototype PCBs: OshPark vs Imported Fabs
A comparative analysis of total pricing for small-run PCBs from OshPark, PCBWay, and JLCPCB, with a quick overview of U.S. electronics tariffs.
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Installing OpenEMS on Linux
Guide to installing and using OpenEMS FDTD simulator on Ubuntu with Docker
System Diagrams / Schematics
Comparison of tools for generating descriptive timing diagrams
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Device Control GUI and Binary Distribution
KiCad Coordinate System
Understanding KiCad’s origin and axis settings for scripting, plugins, and file exports
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KiCad Testpoints Plugin
Photoreceiver Testing
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KiCad Custom DRC Rules
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Pin 1 Markings and PCB Assembly
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Rectangle Packaging Problem / Efficient 2D Packing
Object Oriented OpenSCAD
Preparing Laser Cutting Files from SVGs
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MCU Driver Development that Doesn't Suck
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Setting Up Multiple FTDI Devices
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Scripting FreeCAD from an AppImage
Semantic Versioning for Hardware
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Fixed Point Python Libraries
Evaluating the best library for fixed point algorithm development & testing
Reusing PCB Design Elements
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Building an Automated Test Jig: Hardware
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Building an Automated Test Jig: Requirements & References
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Timing Diagrams
An Exploration of Timing Diagram Tools
Sigrok + $10 Logic Analyzer
KiCad PCBNew Scripting: Basic scripting beyond the built in terminal
KiCad PCBNew Scripting: Removing Ref Des From Silk Screen
Jupyter Notebooks & Photon Budgets
Jupyter Notebook Tools & Setup
Generating Beautiful Jupyter Notebook Reports