With an understanding of standard character LCD communications protocol, we can manipulate the output of the display directly using only a few switches.

This project shows how to create a door alarm utilizing Atmosphere IoT Studio, Littelfuse Reed Sensor, and Microchip AVR-IoT.

Controlling lights from a distance has never been easier with the power of the IOT system and Particle Photon development board.

As electronic designs get smaller, through-hole components become less common in newer products in favor of surface mount packages. Being able to solder surface mount yourself by hand is a very valuable skill.