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If you can describe it, you can build it AI coding assistants are changing what makers and solopreneurs can build. Tasks that once demanded weeks of learning a new language, framework, or software stack can now be delegated to an AI—provided you know how to describe the job, judge the result, and keep control of the process. The Maker’s Guide to AI Coding is a practical guide to doing exactly that. It explains how to work with AI coding tools as collaborators rather than vending machines, how much to delegate, how to write specifications that produce useful results, and how to recognise hallucinations, context drift, overconfidence, and code that runs but is still wrong. The book is built around four increasingly ambitious projects. You begin with a browser-based RC filter analyser, then develop a live serial data plotter for Arduino and other microcontrollers. Next comes a datasheet questionand- answer tool using retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), followed by a complete multi-user resource booking system with authentication, a database, external services, background jobs, and deployment. No advanced programming background is required. The emphasis is on thinking clearly, guiding the AI, testing what it produces, and preserving the skills needed to evaluate its work. Along the way, you learn development workflow designed to remain useful as tools evolve. If you can describe what you want to build, this book shows you how to turn that description into working software.

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Elektronica moeilijk? De titel van dit boek geeft het antwoord! In deze 3-in-1-band wordt de elektronica vanuit de praktijk benaderd. Dat wil zeggen veel praktijk in de vorm van experimenten en een minimum aan theorie. Zo raakt u stap voor stap vertrouwd met de behandelde onderwerpen. Daarbij ontstaan gaandeweg ook een flink aantal praktisch bruikbare schakelingen. Het gaat bij de elektronicahobby tenslotte om het bouwen of uitdenken van allerlei praktische of leuke schakelingen. Aan het eind van elk deel is een aanhangsel opgenomen met aanvullende informatie en de gegevens van een groot aantal elektronische componenten, zodat na dit boek ook eigen ideeën en experimenten kunnen worden aangepakt. In deze 3-in-1-band zijn de eerste drie delen uit de serie “Elektronica echt niet moeilijk” samengevoegd: Deel 1: experimenten met gelijkstroom Deel 2: experimenten met wisselstroom Deel 3: experimenten met digitale techniek

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Elektor GREEN and GOLD members can download their digital edition here. Not a member yet? Click here. Tiny Solar SupplySunlight In, 3.3 V Out Solid-State Stereo Audio SwitchFree of Clicks and Moving Parts Large RGB DigitWith Through-Hole WS2812 LEDs Microphone Preamplifier with 48-V Phantom Power DistributionGreat for Podcasting and Pro Audio Square Wave Generators with Duty Cycle and Frequency ControlsSimple Circuits with CMOS and TTL ICs Simple Dynamic CompressorWith Soft Control and Warm Sound Simple Electronic Lock Active RectifierA solution or 2…40 V at up to 3 A with Reverse Current Suppression On / Off Switching System for Active Boxes Unbalanced/Balanced ConverterWith RFI Filter and DC Protection 2023: An AI OdysseyWhere Did It Come From? Where Is It Going? Speed Controller for Fan or VentilatorWith Manual and Thermostat Modes The Latest from Arduino Project HubNew Projects from the Community Power Overload MonitorMonitor Power Lines for Excessive Current Blink in the Dark Without TransistorsAn Oscillator with Only Two-Terminal Parts Morse Code GeneratorUse It as Beacon or Learning Device! Programmable Video DACHandles Any Format up to RGB888 A T(eeny) Tiny PianoWithout Moving Parts Dual Dice without MCUDual Dice on a Single PCB – Plus Some Design Tricks Electronic Scarecrow Circuits to Amuse, Inspire, and Amaze LC-LP-HA ThermometerAccurate Measurements and a Binary Display THD GeneratorGenerating Distortion on Purpose Thyristor-Based Overtemperature IndicatorElectronic Components Used Unconventionally PTC Fuse Flip-Flop Funny BirdA Chirping Elektor Classic Neon Lamp with a Microcontroller Temperature-Stabilized IC Current SourceNeutralizing the Temperature Drift of Integrated Current Sources Second-Order Adjustable Treble BoostA Special Hearing Aid for the Elderly Edwin Comes HomeA Look Back After 53 Years One-Armed BanditA Simple, Fun, Nostalgic, and Educational Elektor Classic! Simple Digitally Controlled Variable Resistor Water Leak ProtectionSafeguard and Alarm for Water Leaks Eco-Timer with Auto-ShutdownNeeds 0.0 mW in Off Mode! ChatGPT and Arduino ZD MeterMeasuring Z Voltages of Z Diodes ≤ 100 V Servo Tester ESP32 Windows Controller with Free Software Analog and Mixed-Signal ICs by MicrochipLow-Consumption Power Management and Signal Processing Interface StandardsFilter and Surge Protection for the I²C Bus Li-Ion Battery MonitorResidual Charge Indicator Provides Visual Feedback PS/2 Mouse As Rotary Encoder (and More…) Simple Twilight Switchfor Retrofitting Lamps or Installations Water Pump ControllerPrepare Yourself Against Rising Water Levels Solar-Powered Christmas FM Radio BallAll You Want for Christmas Is This Vibration Sensor with RelayTap or Shake to Switch On Continuity TesterSensitive and Unintrusive Power On/Off with a Pushbutton Mini-Drill Power Control 2023A Revision of a Design from 1980 Digital Vibration SensorTurn Vibrations into Precisely Timed Pulses Reverse-Polarity Protection with Low Voltage Drop A Low-Cost Frequency Standard Tiny DCF77 SimulatorAn Accurate Fake-Time Standard The Lilygo T-PicoC3Combines RP2040 and ESP32-C3 with Full Color-TFT Display

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The field of digital electronics is central to modern technology. This e-book presents fundamental circuits using gates, flip-flops and counters from the CMOS 4000 Series. Each of the 50 experiments has a circuit diagram as well as a detailed illustration of the circuit’s construction on solderless breadboard. Learning these fundamentals is best done using practical experiments. Building these digital circuits will improve your knowledge and will be fun to boot. Many of the circuits presented here have practical real-life applications. With a good overview of the field, you’ll be well equipped to find simple and cost-effective solutions for any application. The e-book is targeted essentially at students, trainees and anyone with an interest in and requiring an introduction to digital control electronics. Moreover, the knowledge gleaned here is the foundation for further projects in the field of microcontrollers and programming.

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Elektor GREEN en GOLD leden kunnen deze uitgave hier downloaden. Nog geen lid? Klik hier om een lidmaatschap af te sluiten. De ESP-BLASTEen mini ESP32 raketdrone die ruim 100 km/u vliegt STM32Cube Innovation-ChallengeDoe mee met je beste STM32C5-ontwerp Wireless workshop (1)Radiomodules uitgelegd: 433 MHz CC1101 sub-GHz-transceiver AM-zenderMet sinus- en blokgolfgenerator op Raspberry Pi Pico AudiotronicaDe vervormingsfactor CoffeeCallerOmroepsysteem met mesh-netwerk en Zephyr gebaseerde software Elektor wordt 65Projecten uit voorgaande september- en oktobermaanden Bluetooth Channel Sounding voor het volgen van objectenAfstandsmeting met centimeterprecisie voor het IoT van de volgende generatie 2026: Een AI-odysseeKwantumcomputing is geen volgende GPU Om de cloud te beveiligen, is edge-beveiliging nodig Eerste ervaringen met de HackRF ProPraktische tests met de nieuwe SDR-hardware Modemupgrade van GPRS/2G naar LTE/4GEen draadloos alarmsysteem als voorbeeld Lusvormige antenne met RF-bouwstenenDeel 1: Een zelfbouw kortegolfantenne met instelbare richtingsgevoeligheid Internetradio naar AM-converterMet een ESP32-S3 als zender Err-lectronics Mioty, een overzichtFraunhofer's aanpak van LPWAN WerkbankwijsheidPraktische tips van experts Walter, de compacte IoT-moduleDeel 2: Toegang tot weer- en datadiensten

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The Siglent SDG1032X Plus is a high-performance dual-channel function/arbitrary waveform generator with a 30 MHz max frequency, 16-bit resolution, and 1 GSa/s sampling rate for superior signal fidelity. It features TrueArb for low-distortion waveforms, EasyPulse for jitter-free pulses, and robust sequence playback. With ±10 V amplitude, a 4.3" display, and versatile modulation, it's a reliable choice for engineers and researchers. Features Dual Channels: Independent output with maximum frequency of 30 MHz High Sampling Rate: 1 GSa/s for precise waveform generation High Vertical Resolution: 16-bit resolution for accurate signal reproduction TrueArb Technology: Generates low-distortion arbitrary waveforms with high fidelity EasyPulse Technology: Produces jitter-free square and pulse signals with fine control over rise/fall times Arbitrary Waveform Length: Supports up to 8 Mpts per channel for complex waveform design Wide Amplitude Range: ±10 V maximum output amplitude Built-in Modulation Functions: AM, FM, PM, PWM, PSK, FSK, ASK, and more Multi-Pulse Output: Enables measurement of power equipment switching parameters PRBS Pattern Generation: Supports up to 40 Mbps for advanced testing needs Sweep and Burst Modes: Flexible test capabilities with adjustable parameters Sequence Playback Function: Stores and plays back complex waveforms efficiently Frequency Counter: Measures frequencies up to 200 MHz with high precision User-Friendly Display: 4.3" color LCD with a clear interface Remote Control Support: Built-in WebServer for control via a web browser Compact Design: Portable and space-saving form factor Specifications Bandwidth 30 MHz Channels 2 Sampling rate 1 GSa/s (4x Interpolation) Vertical resolution 16 bits (per channel) Waveform length 8 Mpts Max. amplitude ±10 V Display 4.3" color TFT LCD (480 x 272) Interfaces USB Host, USB Device, LAN Dimensions 260 x 107 x 296 mm Weight 4.35 kg Included 1x Siglent SDG1032X Plus Arbitrary Function Generator 1x Power Cord 1x USB Cable 1x Guarantee Card 1x Quick Start Guide Downloads Datasheet User Manual Programming Guide Software

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Elektor GREEN and GOLD members can download their digital edition here. Not a member yet? Click here. Relio v1.0 - Presence Detection and Remote ControlA Matter-Enabled Smart Controller for AC Appliances Designing Better PCBsA Practical Guide for Professionals and Makers KiCad 9Top New and Updated Features Precision Picoammeter (1)With Curve Tracer Functionality Down to the pA range! Christmas Star 2025A Star Is Soldered 100 mV Continuity Tester Who’s Pushing the Boundaries of European Electronics?Companies to Watch productronica 2025: What’s New in Electronics Development and Production Automation to Tackle Reshoring Manufacturing, Tariffs and Labour Shortages Beyond Future ProofCircularity in Electronics Passive ComponentsLow-Loss Inductors Enabling High-Efficiency DC/DC Converters How Desktop Manufacturing Machines Are Democratizing PCB Production Starting Out in Electronics...Needs Power UHD Displays Driven with EaseYour Guide to Easily Put Various TFT-LCDs Into Operation Quickly Soldering in 2025Practical Soldering Tips Straight from the Workbench SimulIDEAn All-in-One Tool for Circuit Prototyping 2025: An AI OdysseyFrom Autocomplete to Colleague Wordy Christmas TreeA Festive Electronics Project with a Linguistic Twist Err-lectronicsCorrections, Updates, and Readers’ Letters Analog Pipeline DistortionA Cool Audio Effect For Guitars and Other Instruments ESP32 Audio Transceiver Board (Part 3)Stereo Transmission and Dual Radio

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ZELFBOUW LIPO-SUPERCHARGER KITvan prototype tot productie ELEKTOR @ 60gedachten bij zestig jaar elektronica SIGLENT SDM3045X TAFELMULTIMETER DC-STROOMKLEMHall-sensor + ferrietkern + Arduino SOLDEERSTATION 2021makkelijk om te bouwen! KENNISMAKING MET DE PARALLAX PROPELLER 2 (DEEL 2)de ontwikkelomgeving en de code WIFI VOOR DE LORA SWITCHgeïntegreerd in Home Assistant met ESPHome GEEN ANGST VOOR DE CELLULAIRE MODULE! HOUD DE TIJD BIJ MET ESP32 EN TOGGLwerken met de M5Stack KENNISMAKING MET HET RASPBERRY PI PICO-BOARD EN DE RP2040 MICROPYTHON VOOR MICROCONTROLLERStechnieken voor kleine displays 12–200 V DC/DC-CONVERTERvoor buizenversterkers WARMTEZOEKERde Seek Shot Pro warmtebeeldcamera OBJECTGEORIËNTEERD PROGRAMMERENeen korte inleiding met C++ OOST WEST LAB BEST...waar Kurt Diedrich synthesizers bouwt JAVA OP DE RASPBERRY PIdeel 1: GPIO’s DIP-SCHAKELAARSvreemde onderdelen INTERACTIEFcorrecties & updates || brieven van lezers WIENS PRODUCT IS HET EIGENLIJK?recht-op-reparatie beweging laat van zich horen UIT HET LEVEN GEGREPENhet grote blunderboek MICRO-PROFESSORassembleertaal leren op een Z80 ALLE BEGIN......hoeft niet zo moeilijk te zijn – zelfs als het om condensatoren gaat HEXADOKUThe Original Elektorized Sudoku

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The FNIRSI SWM-20 handheld spot welder is a high-efficiency, user-friendly, and easy-to-carry welding tool. It features dual-pulse spot welding technology, ensuring more stable and reliable welds, and also includes a convenient power bank function. Equipped with a 2.4-inch HD display, the SWM-20 offers clear and intuitive operation. Its rotary encoder knob allows users to adjust parameters quickly and precisely, making it easy to set the required welding settings and improving the overall user experience. Features 2-in-1: Spot Welder & 5000 mAh Power Bank 1200 A High-Power Output for Strong, Reliable Welds Dual-Pulse Technology for Cleaner & More Stable Welding Dual A-Grade Batteries with 8 Safety Protections 0.1–0.5 mm Multi-Material Welding Capability 10,000+ Precision Adjustment Levels for Professional Control 2.4-inch TFT Display with Real-Time Data Monitoring Specifications Max Welding Current 1200 A Battery Capacity 5000 mAh Charging 5 V/2.1 A Discharging 5 V/2.1 A Welding Materials Nickel, Iron, Stainless Steel Welding Thickness 0.1‒0.5 mm Level 4 Preset Combination Levels Dimensions 13.3 x 8.8 x 3.2 cm Weight 850 g Included 1x FNIRSI SWM-20 Spot Welder 2x Welding Pens 2x Replacement Tips 1x Nickel Strip 1x USB-C Cable 1x Manual Downloads Manual

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The SDRplay RSPdx-R2 is a wideband full featured single-tuner 14-bit SDR receiver which covers the entire RF spectrum from 1 kHz to 2 GHz giving up to 10 MHz of spectrum visibility. It contains three antenna ports, two of which use SMA connectors and operate across the full 1 kHz to 2 GHz range and the third uses a BNC connector which operates up to 200 MHz. The RSPdx-R2 is an enhanced version of the RSPdx with further design improvements for use at frequencies below 2 MHz. Housed in a strong steel case, in addition to the functionality of the RSP1B, the RSPdx-R2 provides three software selectable antenna inputs and an external clock input. It offers excellent performance through HF and VHF frequencies all the way up to 2 GHz. The RSPdx-R2 also supports an "HDR mode" optimised for the demanding radio reception conditions below 2 MHz. The RSPdx-R2, when used in conjunction with SDRplay’s own software, introduces a special HDR (High Dynamic Range) mode for reception within selected bands below 2 MHz. HDR mode delivers improved intermodulation performance and fewer spurious responses for those challenging bands. Features Covers all frequencies from 1 kHz through VLF, LF, MW, HF, VHF, UHF and L-band to 2 GHz, with no gaps Receive, monitor and record up to 10 MHz of spectrum at a time Significantly improved noise performance below 1 MHz (i.e. for some MF, LF and below) Improved dynamic range below 2 MHz both in tuner mode and HDR mode HDR mode below 2 MHz giving overall dynamic range and selectivity advantages Software selectable choice of 3 antenna ports External clock input for synchronisation purposes, or connection to GPS reference clock for extra frequency accuracy Excellent dynamic range for challenging reception conditions Free use of Windows-based SDRuno software (check website for versions supported) Free use of SDRconnect SDR and server software for Windows, MacOS and Linux (Check website for versions supported) Multiplatform driver and API support including Windows, Linux, Mac and Raspberry Pi 4/5 Strong and growing software support network Calibrated S meter/RF power and SNR measurement with SDRuno (including datalogging to .CSV file capability) Documented API provided to allow demodulator or application development on multiple platforms Applications (Amateur) Shortwave radio listening Broadcast DXing (AM/FM/TV) Panadaptor Aircraft (ADS-B and ATC) Slow Scan TV Multi-amateur band monitoring WSPR & digital modes Weather fax (HF and satellite) Satellite monitoring Geostationary environmental satellites Trunked radio Utility and emergency service monitoring Fast and effective antenna comparison Applications (Industrial) Spectrum Analyser Surveillance Wireless microphone monitoring RF surveying IoT receiver chain Signal logging RFI/EMC detection Broadcast integrity monitoring Spectrum monitoring Power measurement Applications (Educational/Scientific) Teaching Receiver design Radio astronomy Passive radar Ionosonde Spectrum analyser Receiver for IoT sensor projects Antenna research Specifications Frequency Range 1 kHz – 2 GHz Antenna Connector SMA Antenna Impedance 50 Ohms Current Consumption (Typical) 190 mA @ >60 MHz (excl. Bias-T)120 mA @ <60 MHz (excl. Bias-T) USB Connector USB-B Maximum Input Power +0 dBm Continuous+10 dBm Short Duration ADC Sample Rates 2-10.66 MSPS ADC Number of Bits 14 bit 2-6.048 MSPS12 bit 6.048-8.064 MSPS10 bit 8.064-9.216 MSPS8 bit >9.216 MSPS Bias-T 4.7 V100 mA guaranteed Reference 0.5ppm 24 MHz TCXOFrequency error trimmable to 0.01ppm in field Operating Temperature −10˚C to +60˚C Dimensions 113 x 94 x 35 mm Weight 315 g Downloads Datasheet Software RSPdx-R2 vs RSPduo RSPdx-R2 RSPduo Continuous coverage from 1 kHz to 2 GHz ✓ ✓ Up to 10 MHz visible bandwidth ✓ ✓ 14-bit ADC silicon technology plus multiple high-performance input filters ✓ ✓ Software selectable AM/FM & DAB broadcast band notch filters ✓ ✓ 4.7 V Bias-T for powering external remote antenna amplifier ✓ ✓ Powers over the USB cable with a simple type B socket ✓ ✓ 50Ω SMA antenna input(s) for 1 kHz to 2 GHz operation (software selectable) 2 2 Additional software selectable Hi-Z input for up to 30 Mhz operation ✓ Additional software selectable 50Ω BNC input for up to 200 MHz operation ✓ Additional LF/VLF filter for below 500 kHz ✓ 24 MHz reference clock input (+ output on RSPduo) ✓ ✓ Dual tuners enabling reception on 2 totally independent 2 MHz ranges ✓ Dual tuners enabling diversity reception using SDRuno ✓ Rugged black painted steel case ✓ ✓ Overall performance below 2 MHz for MW and LF ++ + Multiple simultaneous applications + ++ Performance in challenging fading conditions (*using diversity tuning) + *++

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With Examples for Raspberry Pi Pico and ESP32 Creating and programming small electronic systems is now easier than ever before. With inexpensive development boards and modern software tools, anyone curious about embedded design can quickly move from an idea to a working piece of hardware. At the heart of this change is MicroPython—a clear, interactive, and beginner-friendly way to program microcontrollers while still remaining closely connected to the underlying electronics. This book introduces embedded programming through MicroPython on popular platforms such as the Raspberry Pi Pico and the ESP32. You will discover how to use microcontrollers for reading inputs, processing data, and controlling outputs in a predictable, real-time loop. With just a few lines of code, you can blink LEDs, read sensors, drive motors, and communicate with the outside world. The interactive REPL programming interface encourages experimentation and fast learning, making concepts tangible from the very first chapter. While different boards offer different capabilities, they all share the same core principles. Timers, GPIO, analog I/O, PWM, interrupts, and communication interfaces form the foundation of every embedded system. By focusing on these universal building blocks, this book helps you build skills that transfer across platforms and scale naturally toward more advanced development. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced programmer entering embedded systems, you will find that working with MicroPython is both practical and genuinely enjoyable.

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USB to S/PDIF InterfaceDigital audio output for computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone Practical ESP32 Multitasking (4)Binary semaphores A Wireless Temperature Sensor for the Nixie Bargraph ThermometerA multipurpose solution with a design trick Multitasking with Raspberry PiShowcase: a traffic lights controller Timer for Headphone Amplifier Open-Network Weather Station Mk.2Part 2: Software Home Automation Made EasyWith ESPHome, Home Assistant & MySensors The Storage CRTPeculiar Parts, the series Artificial Intelligence for Beginners (3)A stand-alone neural network Programming PICs from the Ground UpAssembler routine to output a sine wave IKEA Lamp HackEquipping an inexpensive IKEA lamp with NeoPixel LEDs and WLAN Don't Let Your Hobby Project Collect Dust in a CornerSupply-side time management and spiral development Starting Out in Electronics (4)Easier than imagined! Homelab Tours: The Vinyl CutterReturning to the golden age of LPs The 8-Bit Microcontroller and BeyondInterview with Tam Hanna Small Circuits RevivalFrom the Elektor suggestions box Review: Owon OW18E Bluetooth Multimeter InteractiveCorrections & Updates || Questions & Answers Steeped in ElectronicsLead-free soldering and EU regulatory zeal Promising Project: New 50 Hz – 2 MHz LCR meterAccuracy and ease of use Error AnalysisTips on FMEA, High Current, and More Developer's ZoneTips & Tricks, Best Practices and Other Useful Information Review: Siglent SDL1020X Programmable DC Electronic Load High-Voltage Power Supply with Curve TracerGenerate voltages up to 400 V and trace characteristics curves for valves and transistors Hexadoku 2009EL Analogue Electronics DesignCase Study #2 — Part 1: Analogue filter theory The Elektor StoreNever expensive, always surprising How to Draw a Circuit Diagram

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