Welcome to the Hackaday Highlights for January 5th, 2025 edition. This weekly roundup of the most fascinating, useful, and thought-provoking projects, tutorials, and news from the Hackaday community showcases the amazing skills and creativity of our fellow makers and hackers.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just beginning your journey into the world of electronics and making, this edition of Hackaday Highlights has something for everyone. From the tiniest modules to expansive microcontroller projects, we’ve curated the best content for your reading and learning pleasure.
In this edition, we take a closer look at inventive IoT hardware solutions, look back at the history of arcade gaming, and explore some fascinating wearable tech. We’ll also delve into creative ways to use machine learning and dive deep into the world of Windows XP hardware.
For those of you who enjoy experimental electronics and novel designs, we have an entire section dedicated to projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible with everyday materials. We examine the properties of common household items, like chewing gum, and explore how they can be used to create unique circuits and electronic components.
Lastly, we’ll feature some exceptional tutorials and programming tips from our talented community members. Whether you’re a beginner looking to gain a better understanding of code or a seasoned programmer seeking to refine your skills, these articles are invaluable resources.
Whether you’re based in the United States or across the globe, Hackaday is a community that thrives on shared knowledge and support from fellow makers. Join us in exploring the future of technology by discovering, creating, and sharing your unique and innovative projects.
