7 December 2020

Hi <<First Name>>,

This Tuesday night (8 December at 1830 AEDT), we give you a leg-up into the world of small board computing.  and how programming one of these devices will not only fix one of those stalled to-do's, but will also save your station some money.

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Technorama Tuesday Webinar

Raspberry Pi and Arduino are the latest developments in affordable hobbyist electronics.  You could so easily use one or other (or both!) in your next project, and save heaps of time and money.  But which do you choose?  Why?  What are the strengths of each?  How do you get started? 

In this session, you'll learn what can you do with these boards for projects at your station, and discover the key differences in features between them so you can make an informed decision on your next project.

The Raspberry Pi is a tiny, really cheap, REAL computer designed to teach computing that can do so many jobs at your station. Plug in one or two monitors or TVs, a USB keyboard and mouse, load the free full-function operating system, and off you go!  

Arduino boards are much simpler (and even cheaper), but are perfect for doing control jobs, measurements, flashing lights, and managing buttons.  Both devices are powering a new revolution of cheap, 'Internet of Things' devices, along with so much more.  

About our presenter:  Steph Piper is the Community Engagement Coordinator at USQ, looking after the library Makerspace.  She is also co-founder of Elkei Education, introducing electronics skills and positive role models to young girls.  With a background in bio-fabrication, Steph also teaches classes in 3D printing, Arduino and Hardware development.

At the end of the session, Terry O'Connor, Evan Wyatt and moderator John Maizels will join Steph for a Q&A, and talk about some projects that YOU can do over the break.

Click here or on the TR Tuesdays graphic to register.  Do it right now and join us via ZOOOOOOOM on Tuesday 8 Dec at 1830 EADT for Technorama Tuesday: Small Board Computing Basics!

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Meanwhile, over on Q&A
Have you caught up on the Q&A discussions this week?

• Indi explored the pain of audio editing software and asked who had a fave choice?  Many folk had the Audacity to respond, and more than a few have Auditioned Hindenburg. It seems even Cool Edit is still cool. Which editor came out on top?  Read up and find out
• Michael introduced the freeware mp3DirectCut, a great little time saver for simple audio extracting for Interviews.  
• Everybody loves a little gear porn, so Ian shared with the community photos from his recent OB from Seymour FM
• and just when you thought antennas were under control: Panno asked about FM bipoles, and sent Maiz and Chris into a lather.  Hey, could a colinear be the right answer after all?

Weigh in on the discussion over on the Technorama Q&A Faceboook Group, where the welcome mat is always out for the curious and courteous.  Click that link now to join if you're not already a member. 

Could you be our next Committee member?
Our AGM is scheduled for 22 Dec at 1900. If you're not a member of Technorama and you'd like to vote or nominate for the Board, now's the time to join/renew. You can find out more information about our AGM by contacting Josh Pearson .

Some finer print
Be sure to check in at the website to become a Technorama member or renew your membership - the process is fully online and painless.

And if you have general suggestions, questions or contact requests for Technorama, we're always listening.  Check out the contact box on the website, or drop us a line via email.  

From the team,
John
Technorama Incorporated
president@technorama.org.au