Any tips on being more hardware savvy?

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To become more hardware savvy, individuals should start by building kits and purchasing microcontroller (uC) development boards, such as those for PIC microcontrollers. Engaging in projects like creating motor controller boards or display boards will enhance both practical skills and programming experience. Additionally, reviewing application notes from integrated circuit data sheets and experimenting with operational amplifiers (op-amps) will provide foundational knowledge in analog circuits. This hands-on approach is essential for mastering hardware design and development.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of microcontrollers, specifically PIC microcontrollers.
  • Familiarity with building electronic kits.
  • Knowledge of programming for microcontroller applications.
  • Understanding of operational amplifiers (op-amps) and their applications in analog circuits.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research various microcontroller development boards and their capabilities.
  • Explore project ideas involving motor controllers and display boards.
  • Study application notes from integrated circuit manufacturers to deepen circuit design knowledge.
  • Learn about operational amplifier configurations and their uses in circuit design.
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This discussion is beneficial for electronics enthusiasts, engineering students, and hobbyists looking to enhance their hardware skills and design capabilities.

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I could have posted this in design/systems engineering but thought I'd reach more user's this way.

How could I get better with hardware? Should I be building kits, taking existing devices apart, living on www.sparkfun.com ? I wish I could be at the stage that I can take any idea and be able to design it/ or know how to design it by the end of my degree.

any advice?
 
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Yes, kits are a good way to start. Then, buy a microcontroller (uC) development board, like for a PIC or other entry-level uC, and start building IO boards for it that do fun things for projects, like a motor controller board, or a display board, etc. That way you'll get experience in building projects on your own, as well as uC and programming experience.
 
Application notes from data sheets of integrated circuits. Op-amps are good place to start for some analog circuits.
 

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