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Donald Bell Maker Update: Chop Chop

By Maker.io Staff

This week on Maker Update: a stick chopper for your chopsticks, an AI duck that sings, a Tamagotchi that dies when you doomscroll, and an RC bike that keeps its balance.

TUTORIAL

Tiny FX - LED Effects Controller

By Pimoroni

Learn how to use the PicoFX MicroPython module to add lighting effects to Tiny FX builds.

PROJECT

Arduino Mosquito Repellent

By Ron Cutts

Learn how to create an effective mosquito deterrent using an Arduino UNO, a piezo buzzer, and Visuino software. Simple steps for beginners.

BLOG

Meet the LattePanda Mu Ultra: Bringing Local AI to You

By Nate_Larson

We've spent the last few years watching AI move from research labs into everyday projects. What started with simple object detection and speech recognition has evolved into local language models, advanced computer vision, intelligent automation, and autonomous robotics.

BLOG

Introduction to USB Power Delivery

By Maker.io Staff

Discover how USB PD evolved from fixed charging profiles to programmable power, supporting faster charging, higher wattages, and improved efficiency.

PROJECT

Arduino How to Control Traffic Lights

By Ron Cutts

Follow this beginner-friendly tutorial to build and program a traffic light system using Arduino UNO and Visuino. Includes wiring, code generation, and demo vid

PROJECT

Turn an RP2040 or RP2350 Board into a HibouAir Gateway with BleuIO

By Sheikh Shuhad

Turn an RP2040 or RP2350 Board into a HibouAir Gateway with BleuIO

PROJECT

GPS Tracker Using RYS352A GNSS Module and a WiFi LoRa ESP32 Board

By Vaani Jain

Track and map locations with the RYS352A GNSS module and a WiFi LoRa ESP32 board, combining GPS accuracy with long-range wireless connectivity.

PROJECT
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Pick the Perfect Plant: Battery-Powered Sun Tracking

By Adafruit Industries

Build a battery-powered, weatherproof light monitor to discover the perfect plants for your garden, optimized with deep sleep to run for weeks.

PROJECT

How to Use APDS9960 Gesture Sensor With Arduino

By Ron Cutts

Step‑by‑step guide: wire the APDS9960, configure Visuino, upload code to Arduino UNO, and display hand gestures on an OLED screen.