Resources for Makers
Making can be a challenging and rewarding process that requires problem-solving skills, creativity, and persistence. It is a great way to expand one's capabilities since it often involves learning new skills and techniques, and working through setbacks and failures. For many people, the process of making is as important as the end result, and they are motivated by the sense of accomplishment and personal growth that comes from tackling difficult projects and expanding their knowledge and abilities. DigiKey provides many resources that can help in creating these projects, allowing people to take an active role in creating the world around them.
Xperiential Robotics Platform
XRP is a hands-on robot platform for beginners. It includes hardware, software, and online modules to learn robotics. It is easy to assemble and includes sensors, motors, and a Raspberry Pi Pico W.
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The DigiKey Dictionary
Let the DigiKey Dictionary be your reference for electronic components, computer parts, and electronics industry term definitions.
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3D Printing Resources
With the recent increase in the popularity of 3D printing in all levels from Industrial applications all the way down to the home hobbyist, we put together a 3D printing resource page to host the resources.
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Learn@DigiKey
Some of our favorite books, courses, videos, kits, projects, blogs, and tools to inspire and expand your knowledge no matter what level of electronics expertise you have.
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Internet of Things
IoT is a mega technology trend that will not only be an endurance test for legacy systems but will also shape the fate of small and big companies in many industries.
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Python on Hardware
The future of hardware is about accessibility, and we will be programming using an easily accessible, and widely known, high level language like Python.
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Circuit Playground
The Circuit Playground is the ultimate tool to learn and perfect electronic system design creating future hardware and software experts.
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Hackaday Calendar
Check out Hackaday often for the next contest and your chance to win great prizes maybe get your project in a future calendar.
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AdaBox
Gone are the days where you need thousands of dollars of equipment and lots physics/math background.
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Online Conversion Calculators
DigiKey's online conversion calculators offer a quick and easy-to-use resource.
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Reference Design Library
DigiKey's Reference Design Library is full of technical blueprints that have been designed and verified to solve system-level problems and reduce time to market.
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Scheme-it
Scheme-it is an online schematic and diagramming tool that allows anyone to design and share electronic circuit diagrams.
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PCB Builder
DigiKey's PCB Builder service is a resource to purchase printed circuit boards from board house providers through DigiKey.
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TechForum
We always have our general Support category available where you can post your question and DigiKey's team of technicians and engineers.
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KiCad
KiCad is an open source Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tool option that offers the functionality needed for almost any project.
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Boards Guide
It's often said, when you're looking to make a project, be sure to use the right tool for the job - in this case, the right board for your electronics endeavor.
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The DigiKey Innovation Handbook
This is your guide to keeping some of the most highly referenced content from DigiKey at your fingertips.
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