The Arduino is a great way for hobbyists and pros alike to experiment with programmable objects, but it can be confusing for ...

These are the Golden Years of electronics hacking. The home DIY hacker can get their hands on virtually any part that he or she could desire, and for not much money. Two economic factors underlie this ...

Fig 1. Electronics are not only fun but also relatively easy to learn. Kids age 10 and above can easily pick up useful electronic skills like soldering. Fig 2. SparkFun’s Simon Says product is a ...

Discover how to craft a DIY miniature electric shaver using repurposed electronic components in this step-by-step tutorial! From assembling DC motors and wiring a toggle switch to constructing a ...

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Arduino boards are one of the best ways to get involved in DIY electronics and programming. With Arduino, the possibilities are practically limitless. You can build your own working robotics and tools ...

If you enjoy building or tinkering with electronics, this hacking tool can help you get wildly creative with your projects, and make it a lot easier to test them. It's called the Kode Dot, and not ...

Many readers will be familiar with Microchip’s ATtiny85, which has been a popular choice for DIY projects in the past for its low price and (for the time) small size. But those looking for a more ...

Tech DIY takes a soft touch toward teaching electronics — literally. Now on Kickstarter, the kit uses sewing to teach kids and adult beginners about electronics and electric circuits by sewing dolls, ...

You’re a maker, and it’s likely you want to inspire those around you with that DIY spark, too. For the most part, this means finding projects that are easy and engaging, and overall, those that make ...

While the days after Thanksgiving, including Cyber Monday, are traditionally to flock to brick-and-mortar outlets or online sites to pick out holiday gifts, it is also a good time for DIY electronics ...

Part of this re-emergence is due to the influence of the popular magazine Make by publisher O’Reilly Media, now Maker Media. With well over 100K readers, Make is bringing back the popularity of making ...