I'm a very enthusiastic hacker, and have built software for ages. It gives me immense enjoyment to the point my day job feels like a relaxing hobby.
For a while I've wanted to get into electronics. I've used a PIC programmer in the past, and have hacked around with a few electronics kits here and there (built a radio, some Christmas tree lights etc). I've got a good grasp of the mathematics involved too (probably a bit rusty currently, though)
I want to improve my ability to make custom electronic gadgets. Happy to start with something simple to build my understanding, and I'm prepared to put in the work. If feasible, I want to eventually become as comfortable with electronics as I am with software. I'm just not sure what's the best way to go about it.
So HN, how do you suggest I proceed? Which tools/books/info really helped you become more confident when working with electronics?
Thank you very much in advance :)
For a while I've wanted to get into electronics. I've used a PIC programmer in the past, and have hacked around with a few electronics kits here and there (built a radio, some Christmas tree lights etc). I've got a good grasp of the mathematics involved too (probably a bit rusty currently, though)
I want to improve my ability to make custom electronic gadgets. Happy to start with something simple to build my understanding, and I'm prepared to put in the work. If feasible, I want to eventually become as comfortable with electronics as I am with software. I'm just not sure what's the best way to go about it.
So HN, how do you suggest I proceed? Which tools/books/info really helped you become more confident when working with electronics?
Thank you very much in advance :)