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507: Turn Our Data Into Predators

Embedded.fm · 7 Aug 2025 · 1h 14m · Episode 507

What this episode covers

Elecia White and Christopher White discuss the Embedded.fm Patreon book club's study of 'Data-Driven Science and Engineering' by Steven L. Brunton and J. Nathan Kutz, focusing on linear algebra, spectral methods, and the Datasaurus dozen. Christopher White details his Dogbotic 'Do-It-Yourself Rhythm Widgets' course, where he builds an analog drum machine using CMOS logic ICs, op-amps, and piezo triggers on breadboards. The hosts also explore the 'I Saved a PNG Image To A Bird' video, discussing AudioMoth ultrasonic recorders and BirdNET-Pi for field audio analysis.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Dogbotic, Mouser Electronics
Products
AudioMoth, BirdNET-Pi, Arduino
Tools
Falstad, KiCad
Also
Data-Driven Science and Engineering: Machine Learning, Dynamical Systems, and Control, Steven L. Brunton, J. Nathan Kutz, Datasaurus dozen, Humble Pi: A Comedy of Maths Errors, Kirk Pearson, MicroPython

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