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- Published – Make Magazineby Achim PietersOn August the 24th, the Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Make magazine Germany (Peter König) send me a mail. They are in the process … Read more
- macOS – serial terminalby Achim PietersFor those who read my blogs regularly, know that I program a lot on ESP modules. To see what happens on such … Read more
- ESP32 – Auto Program & Resetby Achim PietersThe upload procedure for ESP32 boards is a little different from a standard Arduino procedure. Most Arduino’s will automatically reset when a … Read more
- Website – Hackedby Achim PietersFor whom that visit my site frequently, saw that they were some strange things going on. A redirect to a .gg domain … Read more
- KiCAD 6 – Track widthby Achim PietersTrack width is one of the most critical factors of any printed circuit board (PCB) design. Anyone who has a good knowledge … Read more
- ESP32 – LDO Voltage Regulatorsby Achim PietersWhen we think about IoT and home automation, we look at modular and compact devices, sensors, microcontrollers, etc. Recently, the ESP32 microcontrollers … Read more
- PCB Manufacturing – SeeedStudioby Achim PietersSeeedStudio is a China-based PCB Prototype (Printed Circuit Board), PCB Assembly, SMD Stencil and Flexible PCB Manufacturer. They ship to over 170 … Read more
- Arduino – Artificial Candleby Achim PietersI wanted to see if I could make a more realistic (LED) candle that you can buy in all kind of stores … Read more
- The future – USB-Cby Achim PietersNot all European legislation for the standardization of USB-C for mobile devices, but also the switch of all kinds of electronics to … Read more
- ESP32-S2 – WEMOS S2 miniby Achim PietersThe Wemos ESP32-S2 is a small Wi-Fi module based on the ESP32-S2FN4R2. The S2 is a new version of the well-known Wemos … Read more
- macOS – Set the PATHby Achim PietersRunning programs through the terminal is a fast and efficient way to perform operations on your Mac. It provides comprehensive functionality and … Read more
- ESP32 – Motor controllerby Achim PietersWhile developing the ESP – HomeKit blinds, it became clear that stronger motors are needed. In this blog, we look at a … Read more
- Atom – Pulsarby Achim PietersSoftware tools play a pivotal role in the lives of developers, providing them with powerful features and an intuitive user interface to … Read more
- Diode – Zenerby Achim PietersZener diodes are a special type of semiconductor diode devices that allow current to flow in only one direction and also allow … Read more
- ESP8684 – Pinoutby Achim PietersSince Espressif Systems arrived in our collective consciousness, they have expanded their range from the ESP8266 to the ESP32, and going beyond … Read more
- Raspberry – Digital Signage / Narrowcasting Hotspotby Achim PietersWelcome back to another blog article. In my previous blog, I have set up a Raspberry – Digital Signage / Narrowcasting system. … Read more
- ESP32 – Capacitive touchby Achim PietersIn this blog, we will discuss how to use the ESP32 touch sensors and how to use the esp32 touch sensors as … Read more
- Raspberry – Screenly troubleshootingby Achim PietersIn my previous blog I set up a Raspberry Pi with Screenly OSE a free Digital Signage / Narrowcasting package. Although the … Read more
- ESP32 – S3 WROOM Pinoutby Achim PietersSince Espressif Systems arrived in our collective consciousness, they have expanded their range from the ESP8266 to the ESP32, and going beyond … Read more
- Raspberry – Digital Signage / Narrowcastingby Achim PietersFor my work, I have been asked to look into a Raspberry – Digital Signage / Narrowcasting tool. In this blog we … Read more
- ESP32 – S3 MINI Pinoutby Achim PietersSince Espressif Systems arrived in our collective consciousness, they have expanded their range from the ESP8266 to the ESP32, and going beyond … Read more
- OctoPrint® Multiple Printers Vby Achim PietersAs my Octoprint® Project extends, It’s time to give my Raspberry Pi®, that’s functioning as OctoPrint server with PSU control, a proper Enclosure. The goal is … Read more
- OctoPrint® Multiple Printers IIIby Achim PietersOctoprint® is quickly becoming the best way to drive many types of machines. Including CNC and lasers mills that use the common … Read more
- ESP8684 – ESPC2-02 Pinoutby Achim PietersESPC2-02 Wi-Fi and BLE coexistence Module is a highly integrated single-chip low power 802.11bgn Wireless LAN (WLAN) network controller. It combines a … Read more
- OctoPrint® Multiple Printers IIby Achim PietersOctoPrint® is a great solution for controlling your 3D printer. However, it’s missing one key function. You can’t turn the 3D printer … Read more
- ESP32-S2 – Pinoutby Achim PietersIn this post, we’ll be taking a closer look at the ESP32-S2 hardware, and more specifically, the ESP32-S2 Mini pinout. The ESP32-S2 … Read more
- Octoprint® – Multiple Printersby Achim PietersAs great as Octoprint® is, there are some limitations. Plus, while Raspberry Pi’s are cheap, they quickly add up in cost — … Read more
- ESP32 – Auto Program & Resetby Achim PietersThe upload procedure for ESP32 boards is a little different from a standard Arduino procedure. Most Arduino’s will automatically reset when a … Read more
- OMNIFIXO – M4.2by Achim PietersRecently I received a package in my mailbox. When I looked, I was surprised to see that it was sent by my … Read more
- How to Install PIP on macOSby Achim PietersPIP is among the most popular package managers for Python. This article will discuss how to Install PIP on macOS systems. Third-party … Read more
- Thermocoupleby Achim PietersA thermocouple is a device for measuring temperature. It comprises two dissimilar metallic wires joined together to form a junction. When the … Read more
- PID controllerby Achim PietersA PID controller or controller is a very advanced electronic thermostat that ensures that the temperature, for example of an oven or … Read more
- CNC – Autodesk Fusion 360by Achim PietersThis blog will step you through the process of taking a finished model, generating a tool path and exporting it as g-code. … Read more
- PCB – Solder Paste Stencilsby Achim PietersSince I started my ESP8266 – HomeKit Blinds project, I’ve tried all different kind of soldering techniques to improve my production speed … Read more
- Creality Ender – Calibrate E-Stepsby Achim PietersIn this blog, I’ll show you how to tune your E-steps on your Creality Ender 3 V2 or other 3D printer to … Read more
- PCB – Solder Pasteby Achim PietersWhat is PCB solder paste? PCB solder paste is a powdered mixture of flux and solder. It is used to attach thousands of tiny … Read more
- HomeKit – Threadby Achim PietersThread is a new, energy-efficient networking technology found on the HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K (2021). Products from Nanoleaf, Eve and … Read more
- Matter | Developmentby Achim PietersWe are on the eve of a lot of changes in the field of Home Smart accessories. Despite the fact that a … Read more
- Arduino® Nano – Pinoutby Achim PietersIn this post, we’ll be taking a closer look at the Arduino® Nano hardware, and more specifically, the Arduino® Nano pinout. Arduino® … Read more
- KiCAD 6 – Generate Gerber file for SeeedStudioby Achim PietersHow to make your KiCad 6 files ready for production isn’t that complicated, but you have to know the requirements your supplier … Read more
- HomeKit – Matterby Achim PietersMatter, previously project CHIP, is the new foundation for connected things. Guided by the Connectivity Standards Alliance, and developed through collaboration amongst all … Read more
- ESP32 – HomeKit QR-codeby Achim PietersNeed to add a HomeKit device you build, but don’t have the QR code? HomeKit-enabled accessories come with a specific QR code … Read more
- DIY – Get Rid of Fruit Fliesby Achim PietersBugs are something you not want in your software, but surly not in your house—period. And fruit flies are especially unwanted houseguests. … Read more
- ESP32 – Battery chargerby Achim PietersIn this blog, I’ll show you how to add a battery and charger to any microcontroller based project based on an Arduino, … Read more
- Fritzing – New Partsby Achim PietersAs you are used to, I always illustrate my projects with a scheme made in Fritzing. The standard components are usually present in the … Read more
- 3D – Star Wars TIE Fighterby Achim PietersAs a little boy, I saw Star Wars. I was completely absorbed in the futuristic world. The VHS tapes were completely destroyed … Read more
- ESP32 – Pinoutby Achim PietersIn this post, we’ll be taking a closer look at the ESP32 Wroom 32D hardware, and more specifically, the ESP32 pinout. ESP32 … Read more
- 3D – Star Wars R2-D2by Achim PietersAs a little boy, I saw Star Wars. I was completely absorbed in the futuristic world. The VHS tapes were completely destroyed … Read more
- ESP32 CAM – Pinoutby Achim PietersIn this post, we’ll be taking a closer look at the ESP32-CAM hardware, and more specifically, the ESP32-CAM pinout. ESP32-CAM is based … Read more
- ESP-C3-12F – RGB LEDby Achim PietersThe ESP-C3-12F NodeMCU Kit is an extremely powerful board for all kind of applications. Powered by the ESP32-C3FN4 chip, this low-power, low-cost, … Read more
- ESP32 Dual Core with Arduino IDEby Achim PietersThe ESP32 comes with 2 Xtensa 32-bit LX6 microprocessors. So, it is dual core. When we run code on the Arduino app, by default, … Read more
- 3D – Star Wars AT-ATby Achim PietersAs a little boy, I saw Star Wars. I was completely absorbed in the futuristic world. The VHS tapes were completely destroyed … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Essentials Lightstripby Achim PietersThis Project is Featured on instructables! I have already written several blogs about ESP HomeKit. For the more experienced makers, this is … Read more
- 3D – Star Wars X-Wingby Achim PietersAs a little boy, I saw Star Wars. I was completely absorbed in the futuristic world. The VHS tapes were completely destroyed … Read more
- ESP8266 – Pinoutby Achim PietersIn this post, we’ll be taking a closer look at the ESP8266-12S hardware, and more specifically, the ESP8266 pinout. The ESP8266 is … Read more
- 3D – Star Wars Millenium Falconby Achim PietersAs a little boy, I saw Star Wars. I was completely absorbed in the futuristic world. The VHS tapes were completely destroyed … Read more
- ESP32C3 – Your New ESP8266by Achim PietersMany have been eagerly awaiting the ESP32-C3 from Espressif. It has only one computing core instead of the usual two processor cores … Read more
- Raspberry Pi® 4 Model B – Pinoutby Achim PietersIn this post, we’ll be taking a closer look at the Raspbrry Pi® hardware, and more specifically, the Raspbrry Pi® 4 Model … Read more
- CNC – Mills for Your CNC Machineby Achim PietersNow that I have a CNC machine, I need tooling. But I can’t go sticking any old drill bit into the chuck. … Read more
- ESP32 – HomeKit LEDby Achim PietersAfter writing quite a few blogs about ESP8266 in combination with HomeKit SDK, it is now time to look at the ESP32. … Read more
- 3D – Star Wars AT-ATby Achim PietersFor those who know me a little better, know that I’am a huge fan of Star Wars. When I was browsing the … Read more
- ESP32 – Developing With ESP-IDFby Achim PietersOkay things have gotten a bit more complicated than we are used to. Since the arrival of the ESP32 module, Espressif the … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Blinds Contact Sensorby Achim PietersKnow the status of your blinds. Simple and easy to install with no tools required, The ESP8266 – HomeKit blinds Contact Sensor … Read more
- DIY – BREADBOARDby Achim PietersIf you’ve worked on electronic projects in the past, you’ve probably heard of breadboards before, and maybe even used them. But what … Read more
- CNC – 3018 Pro Assemblyby Achim PietersFinally It’s here my CNC 3018 Pro Router! I came really fast within one week. Time to see what is in the … Read more
- KiCAD – Release 6by Achim PietersThe developers behind KiCad have released a new version! KiCad 6 is a collection of open source programs for designing electronic schematics … Read more
- BME680 – Gas Sensorby Achim PietersIn this blog we look at the BME680 Integrated Environmental Sensor with Arduino Nano microcontroller. The BME680 is a gas sensor that … Read more
- CNC – 3018 Proby Achim PietersYes!, today I ordered my first CNC Machine. I had searched the internet for a affordable CNC router. An I found the … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Garage Door Contact Sensorby Achim PietersKnow the status of your Garage door. Simple and easy to install with no tools required, The ESP8266 – HomeKit Garage door. … Read more
- RTOS servo motor Libraryby Achim PietersFor an upcoming project I need a Library for a Tower Pro™ servo motor 9G (SG90). Since this is a project for … Read more
- ESP32-C3 – Pinoutby Achim PietersESP32-C3 is a single-core Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 (LE) microcontroller SoC, based on the open-source RISC-V architecture. It strikes the right balance … Read more
- SG90 Servo – Pinoutby Achim PietersThe Tower Pro™ Micro servo S9 (SG90) motor is one of the most popular servo motors at the moment. This servo motor … Read more
- SHT3x – Temperature and Humidity Sensorby Achim PietersIn this blog we look at the Sensirion SHT3x Temperature/Humidity sensors are some of the finest & highest-accuracy devices you can get. … Read more
- SG90 Servo – Modificationby Achim PietersServo motors can be found in robotic arms, cameras, lathes, CNC machines, printing presses and other engineering applications where precision and repetitive … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Door Contact Sensorby Achim PietersKnow the status of your door. Simple and easy to install with no tools required, The ESP8266 – HomeKit Door Contact Sensor … Read more
- Creality Ender 3 – V2by Achim PietersNumber one on my DIY wish list was the replacement of my 3d printer. Santa was good to me this year and … Read more
- SMD – Sizes and Packagesby Achim PietersLook into any commercially made electronic device these days, and it is filled with tiny components (SMD). Rather than using traditional components … Read more
- OMNIFIXO – M4.2by Achim PietersWhat’s up fellow makers, today we do another little product review. I ordered and received a package from Omnifixo, and I’m quite … Read more
- Happy New Year 2022by Achim PietersYear 2021 will go down in history as one of the worst in recent memory. It has been pretty eventful, to put … Read more
- ESP8266 – NodeMCU PinOutby Achim PietersFor those that starting with the Node MCU ESP modules, I have made some pinout diagrams, their functions and how to use … Read more
- BH1750 – Light Sensor Moduleby Achim PietersIn this blog we look at the BH1750 light intensity sensor breakout board with a 16 bit AD converter built-in which can … Read more
- CNC – Serverby Achim PietersFor my CNC 3018 I want to be able to control it it wireless. So I need somekind of CNC Server. After … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Window Contact Sensorby Achim PietersKnow the status of your window. Simple and easy to install with no tools required, The ESP8266 – HomeKit Window Contact Sensor … Read more
- 3D Models – PMSA003iby Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. Besides thinking up and creating everyday solutions with my … Read more
- PMSA003 – Optical Particles Sensorby Achim PietersSince the corona virus I have become increasingly aware of my environment. I also started to delve deeper into my living environment … Read more
- DIY – Wishlistby Achim PietersHe’s making a list, He’s checking it twice, He’s gonna find out who’s naughty or nice, Santa Claus is coming to town … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Contact Sensorby Achim PietersKnow the status of something you can open or close. Simple and easy to install with no tools required, The ESP8266 – … Read more
- 3144 – Hall effect Sensorby Achim PietersHave you ever wanted to create a project that involved non-contact detection, such as detecting the closing of a door, counting the … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Air Quality Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP8266 – Voltage Dividerby Achim PietersSay if you have a sensor that is supplying a voltage that is much higher than you may need for a particular … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Accessory Pairingby Achim PietersAfter making a lot of ESP8266 HomeKit samples, it might be time to explain how to add more than one accessory to … Read more
- SMD – HDI Connectorby Achim PietersAs you know I made some PDB’s in the past for some projects. From “Normal” components I switched over to SMD. But … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Thermostatby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- MQ135 – Gas Sensor Moduleby Achim PietersMQ135 sensor is a SNO2 with a lower conductivity of clean air. The MQ series of gas sensors uses a small heater … Read more
- DSO 138 – Digital Oscilloscopeby Achim PietersA few weeks ago I was looking for a small oscilloscope module. While searching the web I came across the type DSO138 … Read more
- DRV8825 – Pinoutby Achim PietersIf you want to control a Stepper you can do this using a micro-controller, this will take up a lot of the … Read more
- 3D Models – 28BYJ-48by Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. Besides thinking up and creating everyday solutions with my … Read more
- ESP8266 – Auto Program & Resetby Achim PietersThe upload procedure for ESP8266 boards is a little different from a standard Arduino procedure. Most Arduino’s will automatically reset when a … Read more
- 3D Models – Cable Clampsby Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. they also know I am thinking up and creating … Read more
- CNC – Mini Laser Engraverby Achim PietersThis is one of my bucket list the CNC – Mini Laser Engraver. You probably have seen one come by at one … Read more
- Stepper Motor – 28BYJ-48by Achim PietersThe 28BYJ-48 is one of the cheapest stepper motors you can find. Although it is not super accurate but yet powerful, it is … Read more
- KiCAD – Custom Library Part IVby Achim PietersFor anyone out there who has ever struggled finding a part for KiCAD, there are some who would say you’re doing it … Read more
- Crash – Backup Strategiesby Achim PietersThe most valuable part of a computer is also its most fragile: Data are the wealth of a digital lifestyle, a currency of … Read more
- KiCAD – Custom Library Part Vby Achim PietersFor anyone out there who has ever struggled finding a part for KiCAD, there are some who would say you’re doing it … Read more
- macOS – Big Sur Bootable USBby Achim PietersmacOS Big Sur is now available for free download from the Mac App Store. With the help of this guide we will … Read more
- KiCAD – Custom Library Part IIIby Achim PietersFor anyone out there who has ever struggled finding a part for KiCad, there are some who would say you’re doing it … Read more
- ESP8266 HomeKit – Battery Statusby Achim PietersSlowly but surely I am looking at the extensions of the “standard” ESP HomeKit accessories, how to implement them. Now I am … Read more
- KiCAD – Custom Library Part IIby Achim PietersFor anyone out there who has ever struggled finding a part for KiCAD, there are some who would say you’re doing it … Read more
- KiCAD – Custom Library Part Iby Achim PietersFor anyone out there who has ever struggled finding a part for KiCAD, there are some who would say you’re doing it … Read more
- ESP8266 – ESP-WROOM-02 with 18650 batteryby Achim PietersThe “WEMOS D1 Esp-Wroom-02” that I got from Ali express is another micro controller development board with an ESP8266 WiFi chip. The board has an … Read more
- iMac – SSD Upgradeby Achim PietersThe iMac is an iconic piece of hardware that I love to use. What to do when you want to increase it … Read more
- Raspberry Pi Zero W – MagicMirror² SD Cloneby Achim PietersNow that I have my MagicMirror² up and running on my Raspberry Pi Zero W. You probably want to clone your SD … Read more
- ESP HomeKit SDK – On a Raspberry Pi Zero Wby Achim PietersThe first question that probably comes to your mind is “What?, Why?” when you read this headline: ESP HomeKit SDK – On … Read more
- Your own website online, quickly and easily arranged!by Achim PietersStudioPieters® may give a 35% discount on the entire webhosting order from Oni, unfortunately the provider is of a Dutch nature. The … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Set up: Manual for new usersby Achim PietersHave you just created your first HomeKit accessory? Then we help you set up all the functions that HomeKit offers, such as … Read more
- HC-SR501 – Motion Sensor adding LDRby Achim PietersSecurity lighting is widely used as a preventive measure against intrusions on a physical piece of property. Since adequate lighting around a … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Securityby Achim PietersOne of the most important features of the ESP HomeKit project is security. Because it is open source, you can see that … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit NeoPixel RGBW Light Stripby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP 8266 – HomeKit NeoPixel Light Strip. I am so enthusiastic about this Software … Read more
- ATTiny13 – Core Programmingby Achim PietersThrough some researches I did online on how to minimize components use, I stumbled with using an ATTiny13A chip to be used … Read more
- ESP8266 – LifeCycle Manager 2.1.2by Achim PietersWhile LifeCycle manager has seen several issues in the past and last week (first week of February 2021), these are now all … Read more
- ESP HomeKit SDK – Revised Installationby Achim PietersAfter a while all software will be updated or there will be some bug fix releases. So does the software that is … Read more
- ESP32 CAM – Troubleshootingby Achim PietersAfter releasing my project the ESP32 – Homekit Camera, some readers reported issues when trying to use the ESP32-CAM. This blog is … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Blindsby Achim PietersI have been working on my HomeKit projects for quite some time now, but this project has given me some restless nights. … Read more
- NASA – Clean Airby Achim PietersDue to the corona virus, I was thinking about a study I did a few years back. It was a study from … Read more
- Octoprint – Krakenby Achim PietersThere are a few different ways to access OctoPrintTM. Of course, the most common, and feature rich method is through the web … Read more
- 2021 – Happy New Year Storyby Achim PietersOkay this wasn’t the best year but I don’t see my self like Ebenezer Scrooge. The story tale of his redemption by … Read more
- Octoprint – Cameraby Achim PietersNow that you’re set up with OctoPrintTM , you’re ready to start printing. Turn off your Raspberry Pi®, then plug it into your … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Firmware Update with EVEby Achim PietersWhen you have created your first HomeKit accessory. Then you probably want to debug your code or change something, but then you … Read more
- OctoPrint – Enclosureby Achim PietersAs my OctoPrintTM Project extends, It’s time to give my Raspberry Pi®, that’s functioning as OctoPrint server with PSU control, a proper Enclosure. … Read more
- ESP8266 – Programmerby Achim PietersFor an upcoming project I need a “clean” ESP8266, and by clean I mean no tin lead on the connectors. I saw … Read more
- ESP8266 – I²C busby Achim PietersThe I²C bus communication is one out of three possible communication protocols, the ESP8266 is able to communicate with other devices like … Read more
- Software – Rubber duck debuggingby Achim PietersWhen I started my blog I needed to learn a lot. I basically started from scratch! Because I have autodidact ability I … Read more
- Raspberry Pi Zero W – MagicMirror² LCDby Achim PietersNow that I have my MagicMirror² up and running on my Raspberry Pi Zero W. It’s time to look at the MagicMirror² … Read more
- KiCAD – Create a new Symbolby Achim PietersIn this blog, I will learn you how to Create a new symbol (or component as it is also known). You use … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Dual Lampsby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- Raspberry Pi – Super Nintendoby Achim PietersDad I want a Nintendo! that’s what I hear for days from my little princess. Ever since Mario is popular again, even … Read more
- HomeKit Accessory Protocol Specificationby Achim PietersWhen I’m coding a new ESP-HomeKit accessory I use the free HomeKit Accessory Protocol Specification (Non-Commercial Version) form Apple. To see how … Read more
- Docker – Docker Imagesby Achim PietersIf you read my HomeKit articles, you will have seen that I use Docker to compile my code. Docker is operating-system-level virtualisation … Read more
- ESP HomeKit SDK – Reset HomeKit Deviceby Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have been working with ESP HomeKit for a while. To make new accessories … Read more
- MacOS Catalina – Python 3by Achim PietersWhen I reinstalled my iMac with macOS Catalina in January 2020 I stubbled upon a error that I had seen before but … Read more
- Raspberry Pi Zero W – MagicMirror²by Achim PietersThis is a Project, that’s for a really long time on my bucket list! The MagicMirror², so time to realize this one. … Read more
- ESP32 – Homekit Cameraby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ATTINY – Micro-Controller Programmingby Achim PietersI’m currently working on a project that requires a cheap, low-power micro-controller that’s programmable through Arduino and has a few more pins … Read more
- Arduino – OLED (I2C)by Achim PietersI have only started electronics as a hobby and it has been a great learning resource for me so I am far … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit NeoPixel Light Strip EXby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP8266 – HomeKit NeoPixel Light Strip. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development … Read more
- Octoprint – PSU Controlby Achim PietersOctoPrint TM is a great solution for controlling your 3D printer. However, it’s missing one key function. You can’t turn the 3D … Read more
- 3D – OctoPrintby Achim PietersSome time back I ran into OctoPrint TM. I immediately wanted to know more as I saw the potential of this software. … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Light Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP32 – PinOutby Achim PietersThe ESP32 chip comes with 48 pins with multiple functions. Not all pins are exposed in all ESP32 development boards, and there … Read more
- ESP8285 – Power Plugby Achim PietersRecently I walked through the Action and saw an assortment of smart home products here. My attention was drawn to the wifi … Read more
- ESP8266 – LifeCycle Manager 2by Achim PietersIn the past I introduced you to LifeCycle manager to manage you Firmware you made for your ESP8266 HomeKit accessories. Then I encountered … Read more
- ESP8285 – MicroControllerby Achim PietersEspressif announced ESP8285 WiFi SoC was entering production last March 2020. The new processor is based on ESP8266, but the company added … Read more
- ESP8266 HomeKit – Garden Lightby Achim PietersIn my previous blog I made a ESP8266 – HomeKit Fountain light. Now it’s time to expand this with some Garden lights. … Read more
- Corona Virus – back to “Normal”by Achim PietersSocial distancing is here to stay for much more than a few weeks. It will upend our way of life, in some … Read more
- Corona Virusby Achim PietersDear readers of my blog, hardly anyone can have missed that we are currently dealing with a pandemic regarding the Corona virus. … Read more
- macOS – Installing Pythonby Achim PietersI have done a fresh installation. I am not in favor of updating an OS. When updating the OS, traces are always … Read more
- ESP8266 – LifeCycle Manager Trouble Updateby Achim PietersAs a week has passed a lot has happened. (HacK a.k.a. HomeACcessoryKid) maker of LifeCycle Manager has done a lot of work … Read more
- ESP8266 – LifeCycle Manager Troubleby Achim PietersAs of this weekend I encountered some trouble with LCM (LifeCycle Manager). After contacting the the maker (HacK a.k.a. HomeACcessoryKid) of LifeCycle … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Code Analysisby Achim PietersNow that I made a few examples of the HomeKit accessories, It’s time for some in depth HomeKit Code Analysis. For this … Read more
- Arduino – nRF24L01+ Interfacingby Achim PietersI need a remote that I can program and that will work on batteries for a long time. So I was thinking … Read more
- Arduino – 433MHz RF Interfacingby Achim PietersI need a remote that I can program and that will work on batteries for a long time. So I was thinking … Read more
- Fritzing – New Partsby Achim PietersAs you are used to, I always illustrate my projects with a scheme made in Fritzing. The standard components are usually present … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Fountain lightby Achim PietersMy wife has always wanted to have a water ornament in the garden. To her pleasure my father-in-law wanted to remove his … Read more
- Raspberry Pi® – Powerunit® – Part IIIby Achim PietersIn my previous blogs I started a new project Raspberry Pi® – Powerunit® with a follow up about the software here. Hereafter … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Blind Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- KiCAD – Add a Logoby Achim PietersWe can make plenty of PCB designs using KiCAD, a powerful open source CAD tool. What makes them unique is customized Logo … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Garage Door Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Window Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- SMD – Reference Sheetsby Achim PietersHere are the first versions of the Reference Sheets, sometimes the are also called cheatsheets, These Reference Sheets are a concise set … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Door Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Contact Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- Advertorial – Raspberry Pi Zero Wby Achim PietersFor those who read my blog regularly, I know that I always order my PCB’s from SeeedStudio. Recently SeeedStudio contacted me if … Read more
- Webhosting – 15% continuous discountby Achim PietersThe holidays are coming again. So it’s time for a great offer! You can pass on this discount code to friends / … Read more
- ESP HomeKit SDK – Ubuntu On Virtualboxby Achim PietersAs I’m working on the ESP HomeKit project’s I needed a machine that was running Linux. Because my MacBook Pro did not … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Motion Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here, I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- HC-SR501 – Motion Sensorby Achim PietersFor a new ESP HomeKit project I need a Motion Sensor. There are Serveral options out there, but the most common ist … Read more
- KiCAD – Assembly Filesby Achim PietersWhen you are creating a PCB first you start with the scheme when this is done you will design the PCB, generate … Read more
- SMD – Component Packagesby Achim PietersSMT / SMD Component Packages: sizes, dimensions, details it’s a whole world on itself. When you are looking for the right component … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Power Outletby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- macOS – Catalina Bootable USBby Achim PietersIf a new version of macOS becomes available, there are a lot of people who are considering a clean installation, a so-called … Read more
- ESP8266 – PinOutby Achim PietersFor those that starting with the ESP modules, I have made some pinout diagrams, their functions and how to use them. The … Read more
- ESP8266 – Homekit Lockby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP32 – Program a ESP32by Achim PietersIn this blog I will show you how to program a ESP32S and a ESP32 + CAM as I use these the … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Fan Switchby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Light Switchby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Switchby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- 3D Models – Worm Gearby Achim PietersIf you’re a maker, designer or an engineer, chances are you’ll need to make a custom worm wheel at some point. This … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Temperature & Humidity Sensorby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP32 – Toolchain Installationby Achim PietersThe last time I installed the ESP SDK for the “standard” ESP8266 modules. Now I need to install the toolchain for the … Read more
- 3D Models – Apple iPhone Standby Achim PietersSince I have my iPhone XR, I have been extremely pleased with face ID. However, my iPhone is always flat on the … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit NeoPixel Light Stripby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- 3D Models – Snap Fitby Achim PietersIf you’re a maker, designer or an engineer, chances are you’ll need to make a custom enclosure at some point. This might … Read more
- ESP8266 – HomeKit Buttonby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I tested the ESP HomeKit Software Development Kit. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, … Read more
- ESP HomeKit SDK – QR Codeby Achim PietersNow that I have the ESP HomeKit SDK up and running its time to add a cool feature. A QR Code Just … Read more
- macOS – Ubuntu On Virtualboxby Achim PietersAs I’m working on the ESP HomeKit project’s I needed a machine that was running Linux. Because my MacBook Pro did not … Read more
- Software – LifeCycle Managerby Achim PietersIn my previous blog I wrote about the ESP HomeKit SDK and then I realize I needed some distribution system of some … Read more
- Github – Submodulesby Achim PietersIt often happens that while working on one project, you need to use another project from within it. Perhaps it’s a library … Read more
- ESP HomeKit SDK – Full Installationby Achim PietersOkay this was also next level for me! I had absolutely no experience with compiling c code to binary files. But that … Read more
- Github – Beginners Crash Courseby Achim PietersMaybe you think why a Github Crash Course…because I also started from scratch and had to learn everything from the bottom up. … Read more
- ESP32 – ESP-WROOM-32by Achim PietersIn my previous blog ESP HomeKit SDK – Flash I showed you How to Use a ESP as a HomeKit device. Now … Read more
- KiCAD – Symbols & Footprintsby Achim PietersWhen you are starting with KiCad you will soon be searching if there is a option to add custom parts. KiCad has … Read more
- ESP HomeKit SDK – Flashby Achim PietersIn the past I wrote about HomeBridge and Homekit2MQTT. In the past wrote several blogs about sensors, lamps, etc. for both home-bridges. … Read more
- ESP8266 – Troubleshootingby Achim PietersRemember the movie “Edge of Tomorrow“? (also known by its marketing tagline Live. Die. Repeat.) Cage is killed in combat, he finds … Read more
- ESP HomeKit SDKby Achim PietersI have been fascinated by Domotica all my life. As a small child I visited all the house of the future (The … Read more
- 3D Printer – G-Codesby Achim PietersAs the ones who are following me for a while know that a own a TEVO Tarantula – Prusa i3 3D printer. … Read more
- SMD – Surface Mounted Deviceby Achim PietersHand soldering Surface Mount Devices (SMD) scares a lot of Makers, but it is easier than what it looks like. Even sometimes, … Read more
- Raspberry Pi® – Powerunit® PCB Designby Achim PietersIn my previous blog I covered the hardware and software and part II here for my Raspberry Pi® – Powerunit® project. Now … Read more
- Raspberry Pi – MicroSD card performanceby Achim PietersBecause I’m currently busy with several Raspberry Pi® projects. I found that some of my older MicroSD cards where not preforming as … Read more
- Github – Executable fileby Achim PietersI was well on my way with my Powerunit© project until I stumbled upon a problem. I had created my GitHub repository, … Read more
- Raspberry Pi® – Powerunit® – Part IIby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here, I have figured out the basic hardware & software setup for my Powerunit® project. Now Its time … Read more
- ATTiny – SOP programming socketby Achim PietersHow to program a ATTiny I discussed in my previous blog here. But I want to go even smaller! In stead of … Read more
- Raspberry Pi® – Powerunit ®by Achim PietersOne thing that was still missing for me on the Raspberry Pi®, was the inclusion of some kind of power switch or … Read more
- KiCAD – Controlling the track widthby Achim PietersFor an upcoming project I need to improve the electrical characteristics of the PCB by increasing the width of the Ground and … Read more
- Raspberry Pi – RAID Storageby Achim PietersI want to extend my storage but it also has to be redundant, so I don’t loss any data that’s why I’m … Read more
- KICAD – Raspberry Pi Zero W Templateby Achim PietersFor a new project, I was, once again playing around with Kicad, the new version has received a lot of changes, improvements … Read more
- ATTiny85 – OLED (I2C)by Achim PietersIn one of my previous posts (ATTiny85), I detailed an ATTiny85, or in my case the ATTiny85 SMD chip. These chips are … Read more
- Raspberry Pi – NAS Storageby Achim PietersIn my previous blog here I wanted to extend my storage but it also has to be redundant, so I don’t loss … Read more
- ESP8266 – Philips® hue Switchby Achim PietersI have some Philips® hue lightning bulbs in my home. To operate these lights they need permanent power, wall switches have to … Read more
- Arduino – bootloader Upgradeby Achim PietersRecently I was working on a new project here. For this project I need an Arduino Nano V3.0 Clone. After I had … Read more
- Raspberry Pi – Apache Web Server – Part IIby Achim PietersIn my previous blog I installed Apache 2 on a raspberry Pi. To display more than simple HTML pages, you need to … Read more
- ATTiny85 – Core Programmingby Achim PietersThrough some researches I did online on how to minimize components use, I stumbled with using an ATTiny85 chip to be used … Read more
- Raspberry Pi – Apache Web Serverby Achim PietersHandy, such a ready-to-use hosting package, but to have complete control over your web server, it’s best to roll up your sleeves … Read more
- Arduino – attiny85by Achim PietersFor an upcoming project I need and Arduino. Arduino is awesome. The boards are solid, the programming language and IDE are easy, … Read more
- Apple AirPort Extreme 6th generation – Wall Mountby Achim PietersI recently managed to get hold of an Apple AirPort Extreme 6th generation. Now I can replace one of my Apple AirPort … Read more
- 3D Models – Philips hue Bridge Version 3by Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. Besides thinking up and creating everyday solutions with my … Read more
- 3D Models – Apple TV 4K A1625by Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. Besides thinking up and creating everyday solutions with my … Read more
- 3D Models -Apple AirPort Extreme A1521by Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. Besides thinking up and creating everyday solutions with my … Read more
- macOS – Mojave Bootable USBby Achim PietersIf a new version of macOS becomes available, there are a lot of people who are considering a clean installation, a so-called … Read more
- 3D Models – Apple AirPort Extreme A1408by Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. Besides thinking up and creating everyday solutions with my … Read more
- 3D Models – iPhone XSby Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. Besides thinking up and creating everyday solutions with my … Read more
- 3D Models – Apple iPhone XRby Achim PietersFor those who follow my blog know that I have a 3D printer. Besides thinking up and creating everyday solutions with my … Read more
- Apple – Teacherby Achim PietersAs part of Apple’s new education initiative, Apple has refreshed a new e-learning tool for teachers to quickly get up to speed … Read more
- macOS – High Sierra Bootable USBby Achim PietersIf a new version of macOS becomes available, there are a lot of people who are considering a clean installation, a so-called … Read more
- Arduino – Air Quality Monitorby Achim PietersThis is one of my “shelf” projects that I want to make . I use a Arduino Nano to connect all the … Read more
- macOS – Sierra Bootable USBby Achim PietersIf a new version of macOS becomes available, there are a lot of people who are considering a clean installation, a so-called … Read more
- Philips Hue Bridge – Wall Mount V2.0by Achim PietersIn my previous blog you could read how I made a proper wall mount for my Philips hue Bridge. The goal was … Read more
- DS3231 – Precision Real Time Clockby Achim PietersTo Keep track of the current time you need a seperate module, because the arduino can’t do this for you. Therfore I … Read more
- Philips Hue Bridge – Wall Mountby Achim PietersLast Sunday we celibrated my fathersday, my kids have crafted there present for me whith the traditional poem. But the had another … Read more
- Arduino – AT 09 BLE moduleby Achim PietersI always wanted to connect something over Bluetooth if found this module the AT 09 BLE module. But first I need to know … Read more
- GP2Y1010AU0F – PM2.5 Optical Particle Sensorby Achim PietersIn the past I used different Sensors like the DHT11, DHT22 and MQ135. Now for one of my ongoing projects I’m going … Read more
- Homebridge – Updates & Securityby Achim PietersKeeping your software up to date is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your Raspberry Pi and … Read more
- KiCad – PCB Manufacturingby Achim PietersIn my previous Blog I made a ESP XXXX XX Programmer PCB in the KiCAd programme. Manufacturing of these PCB is the … Read more
- HomeBridge – Homekit 2 MQTT revised Installationby Achim PietersBecause I’m always testing I also need several times a clean install to exclude any errors. This time I found my self … Read more
- HomeBridge – MQTT Buttonby Achim PietersThe next project is to create a MQTT button, So we can control other MQTT devices or start a homekit scene without … Read more
- KiCad – electronic designby Achim PietersIf you’re like me and you’ve decided to take the plunge to learn KiCad – electronic design it can be real challenge. … Read more
- HomeBridge – MQTT Blinds – Part IIby Achim PietersAfter a good first start in my previous blog, I had to find another motor with more torque or some other kind … Read more
- ESP8266 – Program a 01 & 12Fby Achim PietersFor whom already visit my blog before know that after my website crashed, I could save a lot of posts, but unfortunately … Read more
- NodeMcu v3 – L293D Motor Shieldby Achim PietersIn the past I used different motor shields like the A4988, DVR8825 and ULN2003A. Now for one of my ongoing projects i’m … Read more
- HomeBridge – MQTT Blindsby Achim PietersAfter several questions about automating blinds, I found the solution. In this blog I show you how to automate your blinds. Homebridge … Read more
- HomeBridge – MQTT NeoPixelby Achim PietersAfter the basics of sending and receiving data packages over MQTT it’s to combine these in a more complex project. Lets see … Read more
- NodeMcu v3 – ESP-12E Development Boardby Achim PietersIn the past I have worked a lot with separate ESP-8266-12E modules, it was necessary to add several components to keep the … Read more
- HomeBridge – MQTT Temperature & Humidity Sensorby Achim PietersNow that I’ve made at MQTT LED setup in my previous blog, It’s time to make a MQTT Sensor that Sends information … Read more
- HomeBridge – MQTT controlling a Ledby Achim PietersSo now that I have installed and configured my Apple Homebridge based on MQTT. Its time to test if it works with … Read more
- Apple TV 5 4K – Siri Remote Wall Mountby Achim PietersIn my previous Blog I made a Apple TV 5 4K – Wall Mount. But I also want a wall mount for … Read more
- HomeBridge – MQTT Auto Startby Achim PietersAs I’m testing my new build Homekit accesoires I need to manually start my Apple Homebridge based on MQTT every time I … Read more
- HomeBridge – Enclosure V2.0by Achim PietersIn my previous blog you could read how I made a proper enclosure for my Homebridge project. The goal should be to … Read more
- HomeBridge – Homekit 2 MQTTby Achim PietersI have been fascinated by Domotica all my life. As a small child I visited all the house of the future (The … Read more
- HomeBridge – Door Lockby Achim PietersIt has been a while sins I made a module for my HomeBridge, now I wanted to see if I could make … Read more
- HomeBridge – NEOPixel Lightby Achim PietersA few weeks back I made a RGB Light for my HomeBridge, now I wanted to see if I could make a … Read more
- Apple TV 5 4K – Wall Mountby Achim PietersApple lanced the new Apple TV 5 4K, Fortunately it has the same dimensions as the previous Apple TV 4. so I … Read more
- HomeBridge – Wirelessby Achim PietersBefore you can install HomeBridge on a Raspberry Pi Zero W, you must first provide it with Raspbian OS. How to install … Read more
- Raspberry Pi Zero W – Static IP Addressby Achim PietersAfter installing my Raspberry Pi Zero W in my previous blog here. All I have to do is configure a static IP … Read more
- Apple AirPort Extreme 5th generation – Wall Mountby Achim PietersAfter we moved to our new house, I decided not to put a wired network through the house. That is, it is … Read more
- Raspberry Pi Zero W – Headless setupby Achim PietersIn the past I use the ApplePi-Baker as application to prepare an SD-Card for use with Raspberry Pi’s and to “Flash” and … Read more
- HomeBridge – Enclosureby Achim PietersAs my Homebridge Project extends, It’s time to give my Raspberry Pi, that’s functioning as HomeBridge server, a proper Enclosure. The goal … Read more
- HomeBridge – RGB Lightby Achim PietersWell after my last successes to make a accessory for my HomeBridge, I want to see if I can make a controllable … Read more
- Nest – Protect (second generation)by Achim PietersIn a addition to my Nest thermostat, I bought three Nest Protect smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detector’s. For each floor one … Read more
- HomeBridge – Temperature & Humidityby Achim PietersWell after my last successes to make a accessory for my HomeBridge, I want to see if I can make a Temperature … Read more
- HomeBridge – Relays & Lightsby Achim PietersWell after a long time I’ve picked up where I left my HomeBridge project. Its time to go to the next level; … Read more
- Apple TV 4 – Wall Mountby Achim PietersAfter a long search on the internet for a wall mount for my Apple TV 4, I have decided to 3D print … Read more
- HomeBridge – Homebridge Serverby Achim PietersAs I where searching for new plugin’s for my Homebridge I stumbled upon Homebridge Server. The purpose of this plugin is to change … Read more
- HomeBridge – Network Securityby Achim PietersEveryone with an Internet connection can use Google to find the default username and password of your Raspberry Pi. This is, as … Read more
- Raspberry Pi – SSH Troubleby Achim PietersThis weekend I reinstalled my Raspberry Pi with the Raspbian Jessie Lite image. Then I ran into some connections problems. Because I … Read more
- macOS – Arduino Nano Troubleby Achim PietersAfter a update to macOS and plugging in an Arduino Nano clone suddenly caused a kernel dump on my Apple MacBook Air. I’m … Read more
- HomeBridge – Installationby Achim PietersI have been fascinated by Domotica all my life. As a small child I visited all the house of the future (The … Read more
- WebDesign – JQuery Swipeby Achim PietersAdd Finger-Swipe Support to Webpages. One of the more interesting and fun aspects of iPad usage is the ability to effect change … Read more
- Star Wars – First Order Storm Trooper – Part IIIby Achim PietersAs you already could read in one of my previous DIY – First Order Storm Trooper blog. I finished my Pepakura Storm … Read more
- Star Wars – First Order Storm Trooper – Part IIby Achim PietersMy pepakura build of the new Star Wars – First Order Storm Trooper helmet has begun, and I already know — this … Read more
- Star Wars – First Order Storm Trooperby Achim PietersDIY – First Order Storm trooper As always when I surfing the internet, I stumbled on new things I want to make or … Read more
- WebDesign – Custom Fontby Achim PietersHow to add custom font to your webpage. In order to give your site your own identity, frequently webdesigners use there own … Read more
- WebDesign – The Gridby Achim PietersWhen I begin a new project, half the battle is starting on the right foot. I imagine others feel the same, as … Read more
- Websites Crashby Achim PietersBecause my website is being down for almost a month, I decided to take a moment and talk about website outages and … Read more