Projects / Electronics
Building Small Electronic Projects
Sensors, buttons, enclosures, power, displays and more. Useful projects don’t have to be complicated.
The Workbench
A place for electronics geeks, programmers, fixers, builders, and anybody who likes figuring things out.
I use this space to talk about things I’ve repaired, bought, built, tested, coded, broken, fixed again, and learned from along the way.
Computers, old operating systems, electronics, audio gear, sensors, cables, software, tools, buying tips, repair tricks, and whatever else ends up on the bench.
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Electronics / Audio
Cables Are Not All the Same
Connector quality, wire gauge, shielding and more. Here’s what actually matters.
Old Tech / Computers
Keeping Old Computers Alive
An older computer isn’t always finished. Simple upgrades and a clean install can give it a new life.
Tools & Parts
My Bench Tools
Soldering iron, multimeter, wire strippers, crimpers, heat shrink, and more.
Old Tech / Computers
Old Software Still Has a Place
Newer isn’t always better. Here’s why older operating systems and apps can still be useful.
Repair
Repair It or Throw It Away?
How I decide if something is worth fixing, and when it makes more sense to move on.
Programming / Projects
Software and Hardware Belong Together
How OrgToolTank can combine browser tools with real-world electronics.
Repair / Electronics
The Connector Can Be the Problem
Troubleshooting connectors, broken wires, dirty contacts, and loose crimps.
Buying Tips / Computers
What I Check Before Buying a Used Computer
A practical checklist to avoid problems when buying used computers.
Repair / Old Tech
Why I Like Reusing Electronics
Cleaning, repairing, and putting useful equipment back into service.