Nov 2, 2021 | information
To use the ESP32 board we need to do a few steps first. First make sure you have an Espressif ESP32 board (have a look around, they can cost around £8 – £15)Arduino already installed on your computer.The right USB cable to connect your board to your computer...
Oct 26, 2021 | Tutorials & Guides
In this tutorial, for a distance sensor hat, I’ll be using an ultrasonic sensor to measure the distance of others approaching. This will trigger a neopixel ring with colours, a buzzer for sound, and a vibration sensor to get some haptic feedback. This tutorial...
Mar 25, 2021 | information
I got this lovely Miniware TS80 solder iron about a year and a half ago as a gift, and it’s easily become one of my most loved items! You can view the products on the official Miniware site. It’s quick to heat up to temperature and works like a charm....
Nov 29, 2020 | Tutorials & Guides
information This is a guide that brings together a series of guides and information I discovered when looking for fun projects. It uses deadbugging to create a stand-alone functioning circuit. This is based on the beautiful project on Tinker Log for a ‘geeky...
Sep 21, 2015 | Events & Talks
It’s been another crazy maker weekend – this time a creative Creator Fair at the Space Centre in Leicester was hosting a creative weekend with makers from around the country. I was showing some of the message bags I’ve been working on over the last...