Hardware Podcasts

445: I Do Not Like Blinking

Embedded.fm · 16 Mar 2023 · 1h 11m

What this episode covers

Charlyn Gonda, a senior software engineer and maker, discusses her journey from coding to creating glowing hardware projects like an origami wall and a 1.5-inch LED cube. She details her use of CircuitPython, Adafruit QT Py boards, and NeoPixels, while reflecting on the 'chasm' between hobbyist prototyping and professional product scaling. The conversation also covers her struggles with imposter syndrome and her exploration of new materials like brass for circuit sculpture jewelry.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Adafruit, Particle
Products
NeoPixel Jewel, QT Py, Pixelblaze, Adafruit IO, DotStar High Density 8x8 Grid
Chips
ESP32-S3
Tools
Glowforge
Also
Jason Koon

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