Megan Hemmings
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Jumper wires are extremely handy components to have on hand, especially when prototyping. But what are they?...
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We were lucky enough to get our hands on a promotional copy of Laura Fleming’s new book, "The Kickstart Guide to Making Great Makerspaces." Here are some of the top things we learned and reasons why ...
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As the year comes to an end, we’re taking a look back at some of our top posts from the year....
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It seems like everyone these days has an opinion about computer science. But how many of them are based on fact? Here are the Top 5 misconceptions we often hear about computer science....
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Resistors are crucial components in just about every circuit, but how much do you actually know about them? We’re taking a look at this basic electronic component to figure out what they are and how ...
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The SparkFun Inventor’s Kit (SIK) v4.0 was introduced last month. This new version of the kit is much more project-focused, with each circuit resulting in a functional project. However, the ideas ...
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Getting started using electronics in the classroom can be daunting at first, especially for those who have little to no experience with programming or hardware. However, the No. 1 piece of advice we ...
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It seems that everything these days has an LED in it. But what are LEDs, and why are they so popular? Let’s take a look....
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Last week we wrapped up a six-week webinar series focused on maker education. In case you missed one or more of the webinars, we have the recordings below for your viewing pleasure. Topics include 3D ...
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Breadboards are essential tools when learning electronics or prototyping new designs. But what exactly are they? Let's take a closer look....
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