I finally put together my brain's most insipid ramblings about how badly the world needs yet another update on PETI into a coherent blog post.

This is what I'm working on right now in terms of trying to bring my retro-style virtual pet design to life. Mostly, it is to do with changes to the hardware. It's been a while since I've seriously considered major changes to the hardware, but that consideration is exactly why there hasn't been a Tindie restock in like a year.

https://www.arcanalabs.ca/news/labnotes/peti/2025/10/20/peti-updates.html

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For developers using JieLi chips: A clear guide on updating the firmware of your JieLi Forced Upgrade Tool hardware.

Stay updated and ensure seamless development workflows for your embedded projects.

Full guide: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/jieli-jl-forced-upgrade-tool-40-user-manualhow-update-junluan-tsui-73hnc

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Ooh, devpods, great, so now we can all have the same build environment and we know everything just works!

Hmm, what is that you are saying? Obscure compilation errors? What #devcontainer are you using? Oh, no, that's yesterday's #container, you need the one from today! Unless you're in this special branch, then you need the one from two weeks ago. Possibly. Maybe. Just delete all devpods, purge your image cache and rebuild everything from scratch, that'll fix it! You know what, I don't know either, let's just quit and take up gardening.

#EmbeddedDevelopment #SoftwareEngineering #SoftwareSucks

No, I'm not dead. Just busy.
Got the ESP32 to display and update the current time and date, as well as some info from the BME680, on an LCD with LVGL.
Next step is to get the web interface and NTP going again so that the time displayed can be remotely synced to network time.
#electronics
#embeddeddevelopment

J-Link RTT for the Masses using Semihosting on ARM

https://bogdanthegeek.github.io/blog/insights/jlink-rtt-for-the-masses/

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Lua beats MicroPython for serious embedded devs

https://www.embedded.com/why-lua-beats-micropython-for-serious-embedded-devs

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Understanding CAPL Language in Automotive Embedded Systems

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(One of) the only embedded system development streams on Twitch.
Join me in exploring how to reduce power consumption on the Compost
Monitor.

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TODAY: I am setting up interactive debugging, and then optimizing power consumption.

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Tuesday Again! No Problem... Join me in developing the Compost Bin Probe!

First: We're modularizing the I2C code components.
And Then: We're gonna get it powered via a fake battery.

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Is there any solution for building software out there, where you describe dependencies between modules once and then can run the build both locally _and_ distributed in CI.

Very non-trivial build flows and dependencies!

#continuousIntegration #buildSystems #embeddedDevelopment

Going through my old junk box I found a sample #microcontroller that a sales representative gave me back in my #embeddeddevelopment days. I think I kept it for a future project. Well it’s now the #future and I’d love to donate it to a #technology #museum.

Are you optimizing your #embedded app for security and maintainability? Our latest blog discusses pivotal planning decisions, including the strategic use of containers and security best practices. Ensure your systems are robust, secure, and scalable from the start: https://www.kdab.com/delivering-software-updates-the-last-mile-of-product-development/ #Cybersecurity #EmbeddedDevelopment #SoftwareEngineering

Choosing the right screen for your embedded device isn't just about resolution. It’s about balancing priorities and hardware capabilities. Whether your device is an industrial controller or a portable gadget, every detail impacts both performance and UX. Our latest blog dives into the key factors you must consider when making these choices: https://www.kdab.com/choosing-a-screen-for-your-embedded-product/ #EmbeddedDevelopment #UIDesign

Choosing the right hardware is often a make-or-break decision in #embedded Linux development. In our latest blog, Nathan Collins outlines the critical decisions you need to make upfront to save time and effort down the line: https://www.kdab.com/choosing-your-embedded-hardware/ #EmbeddedLinux #EmbeddedDevelopment #Linux

As an #embedded developer, choosing the right hardware is a game of precision and foresight. In our latest blog, The Embedded Developer’s Dilemma in Choosing Hardware, we examine the delicate balance between #hardware capabilities and #software aspirations. From avoiding overinvestment in unnecessary capacity to predicting future feature expansions, this blog provides valuable insights into those initial hardware decisions: https://www.kdab.com/the-embedded-developers-dilemma-in-choosing-hardware/ #EmbeddedDevelopment #EmbeddedInnovation #EmbeddedSystems

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