Embedded Systems

Explore a vast array of creative Raspberry Pi uses, from home automation and network services like AdGuard and OpenVPN to specialized applications like boat navigation, 3D printer control, and multi-room audio. Discover practical tips for maximizing your Pi's potential.

Uncover the persistent relevance of C and C++ as foundational languages powering embedded systems, cutting-edge scientific simulations, and critical global infrastructure, despite the rise of new alternatives.

Explore a showcase of weekend projects, from a tool for building intuitive WCAG-compliant color palettes and a CLI for analyzing PostgreSQL locks to deep dives into cognitive science and personal development.

Developers debate the C programming language, weighing its unparalleled control and proximity to hardware against its notorious lack of safety and the modern alternatives that prioritize productivity and security.

A Hacker News discussion reveals C's stronghold in systems programming, embedded devices, and databases, while offering advice and alternatives like Go for developers seeking simplicity.

Explore diverse strategies and resources for learning robotics in 2025, from hands-on kits and ROS to AI integration and 'from scratch' projects, as discussed by the Hacker News community.

Feeling overwhelmed by AI news? Explore a wealth of exciting non-AI technologies from accessible 3D printing and FPGAs to advancements in robotics, biotech, and SDR.

A Hacker News discussion analyzes the 10-year outlook for tech employment, exploring LLM impacts, the future of junior vs. senior roles, and emerging opportunities in specialized and entrepreneurial software development.