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I want to do PIC programming in embedded C. But I don't know the language well. Please help me by suggesting some good sites for getting an idea about C programming.

What are some good projects to give to beginners? I want something that involves some soldering, and ideally has some room for creativity. For example, with Bristlebots, everyone c …

I found this project that uses a GSM module (scroll down to see Picture 5). It seems the module has to be bought separately. I have old GSM cell phones lying around in the house. S …

Can anyone recommend a low cost or DIY buildable logic analyzer? Mostly, it would be for debugging serial protocols (SPI, I2C, RS232) at low voltages.

I rectified about 14ACV to about 12DCV but 6 ACV simultaneously with 12DCV at the end! It was verified by two different tests, 2W10 is apparently just an unit jammed with 4 diodes. …

My school uses HY 3005D-3 but I want to do it myself to save on $. Before opening it, I ask for tips about: not-to-break-it, cheap DC supply and DIY-materials (not that I know them …

I'm looking to get started with Arduino and I wanted to know any good books out there. Any help would be appreciated

I have a U.S./NTSC LCD HDTV that has a yellow RCA monitor jack on the back. Would it be possible to monitor this connector on an analog input of a microcontroller to determine whe …

I am a novice at electronics hacking. I would like to know how I can make a circuit communicate with a PC. Take for example, a simple circuit, with one LED and a switch. The switch …

I am just getting started out learning electronics and I keep finding myself having to order capacitors and transistors and other parts for simple projects. What are the best star …

I'm new to electronics and was wondering what was the difference between a Mosfet and a voltage regulator?

Hi, I am playing around with a few projects and looking at a few more online. I've had to make some trips to the local electronics shop for a few basic necessities like LEDs, resi …

I'd like some tips for those who want to become a good embedded software developer or want to improve in this area. What should I need learn about hardware, software? Which books …

This is a supplementary question to the question Which electronics components should I always have on hand?