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How To Build a Custom Macropad

By Zach Hipps

Dive into a full DIY macropad project and learn how to optimize your workflow with hardware and Vial, a flexible alternative to QMK for live shortcut editing.

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Input Control for Everyday Projects: Rotary Encoders and Potentiometers

By Antonio Velasco

Input control is essential in electronics projects. A comparison of rotary encoders and potentiometers to help make informed decisions to enhance your project.

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Another Ambassador Moment: Building an Arduino Alarm Clock

By Eliot Wachtel

Smartphones might be the most convenient alarm clock option, setting time aside to be away from phones to avoid distraction and allow more time to focus on school assignments can be extremely beneficial.