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PROJECT
158

Sequencer in a PS4 Controller - YouTube Makers Secret Santa 2024

By bekathwia

Transform a PS4 controller into a DIY sound machine! Learn to build a custom sequencer using CircuitPython and fun audio samples.

TUTORIAL
298

Beginner’s Guide to 3D Printing and Recommended Accessories

By ShawnHymel

Learn about FDM, SLA, and other 3D printers, and explore accessories like scrapers, filament storage, and bed cleaning tools for optimal printing.

BLOG
103

Fix or Toss? How to Know If Your Electronics Are Worth Fixing

By Zach Hipps

Is it worth fixing your electronics? Learn tips for assessing laptops, earbuds, and more before spending hours on repairs.

BLOG
2,181

Creating an Electronics Starter Kit

By Sarah Aman

Interested in getting started in electronics, but overwhelmed by the number of parts available? I have compiled a list of everything you need.

PROJECT
70

I Made My Own LED Beaded Curtain

By bekathwia

Build an LED beaded curtain with remote control using addressable LEDs and a microcontroller. Get creative with custom animations!

PROJECT
75

Create a Custom LED Painting

By bekathwia

Learn how to integrate some NeoPixel RGB LEDs into your artwork to take your creations to a whole new level!‎

PROJECT
19

Mermaid LED Hair

By bekathwia

For this project, I’m using tiny addressable LED pixels to make a mermaid hair accessory , but you could also use regular fairy lights as an alternative.

BLOG
783

From Solderless Breadboard to Soldered Circuit with Becky Stern

By bekathwia

Soldering your circuit will allow you to make your project more durable & smaller, and it’s a smart step towards designing your own circuit board and enclosure.

PROJECT
107

3D Printed LED Kaleidoscope

By bekathwia

How to build a 3D LED kaleidoscope with no glue or fasteners and contains wireless LEDs to create patterns.

PROJECT
101

Embr Wave 2 Teardown

By bekathwia

Taking a look inside the Embr Wave, a wristband that helps with temperature regulation.

TUTORIAL
900

How to Solder

By bekathwia

Learn the basics of soldering with Becky Stern.‎