last modified: October 23, 2025
Posted on 2020-12-11— 3D Printing, Projects
I created a parametric Fusion 360 insert template for the flat storage box series and included a drill-insert example, STL files, and OpenSCAD scripts. Download the free files, tweak the parameters to fit your tools, and read the full post for setup tips and examples.
Posted on 2019-08-01— C++, Improve your Code, Learn
I walk through practical techniques I use to make firmware error handling clearer and more consistent in modern C++. From enum classes and a shared SimpleStatus to StatusResult templates and helpers like isSuccessful, I present readable patterns and code examples you can adopt. Read the full post for details and examples.
Posted on 2019-07-27— C++, Improve your Code, Learn
I continue exploring C++ templates for embedded systems, showing template classes, pin abstraction, and combining Sender and Pin examples to reduce firmware size and improve code clarity. I explain static methods, type aliases, and trade-offs between runtime flexibility and efficiency. Read the full post to see code and assembly comparisons.
Posted on 2019-07-23— C++, Improve your Code, Learn
I explore replacing unsafe bit macros with lightweight C++ templates to make embedded bit operations safer and clearer. I show templates for one-bit extraction, set/clear helpers, and compiled firmware size for Arduino Uno. Read the full post to see examples, exercises, and practical benefits.
Posted on 2019-07-20— C++, Improve your Code, Learn
I walk through C++ templates for embedded projects, showing how function templates work, why they’re type-safe, and how they can keep firmware small and fast. Using Arduino examples like circularShift, reverseBits and a template-based Sender, I invite you to read the full post to learn practical tips and patterns.
Posted on 2018-05-06— C++, Improve your Code
I show how a small C++ flags template makes embedded register bitmasks safer and much easier to read. I'll explain why macros and CMSIS-style definitions lead to errors, and walk through clear C++11 examples and a simple driver. Read on to see the implementation and usage.