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Project Help and Ideas » Thoughts on the NerdKit
November 10, 2009 by wjh308 |
I was not quite sure what I would be getting with the nerd kits. I already own an STK500, and a dragon. I read and use Joe Smileys butterfly book, and know the ATmega 48/88/168 handbook by heart. After watching some of the videos, I was left with the impression that the guidebook would be loaded with some advanced topics. I also wanted the LCD display, and access to the software libraries in use. |
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November 11, 2009 by mrobbins (NerdKits Staff) |
Hi wjh308, Glad to hear you learned something from our kit, and thanks for the suggestions. I'd also highly recommend you look through our 19 (and growing) video tutorials because each one adds a lot more advanced programming or electronics topics once you've gone through the guide. Best, Mike |
November 17, 2009 by mongo |
I noticed the same... But I am actually a professional in other areas of electronics and found the approach refreshing. Everyone is a beginner at some point so going back to that point for all does make sense. Schematics are pretty simple to put together after the fact too... I have one thought as a suggestion: Howsabout a PC board with the program switch, crystal and whatever necessary parts ready made for a starting point? I would include the level/polarity shifter on the same board too. I have a simple design already in the works for my own use but am quite willing to share. Dave |
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