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John Park’s Workshop Live 8/6/26 Projects - Intel 8080 Emulation on Fruit Jam Space Invaders JPPPoW recap - IR LED Emitter CircuitPython Parsec - Fruit Jam Library Learn Guide recap - Pico SNES/TurboGrafx/Bootloader tool tips gear report retro tech and more!

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This polka-dot dress lights up when I dance! ✨

I added 216 individually addressable NeoPixel LEDs, with one light hidden behind each polka dot. A motion sensor makes the dress flare up when I move!

The whole system is powered by an Adafruit RP2040 Prop-Maker Feather running CircuitPython. It’s wearable, rechargeable, and programmed with multiple animation levels so the lights respond differently as the movement intensifies.

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This week @adafruit Pedro wraps up the flight tracker with lunar transit features. Noe has a working prototype of the voicebox FX with code by Liz. This week’s timelapse features the infamous racoon Jimothy.

Qualia ESP32-S3: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5800

2.1in TTL Round Display with Touch: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5792

Adafruit Feather RP2350 with 8MB PSRAM: https://www.adafruit.com/product/6130

I2S Amplifier MAX98357A https://www.adafruit.com/product/3006

I2S MEMs Mic IC-43434: https://www.adafruit.com/product/6049

Timelapse Tuesday

Jimothy By NateStormArt https://makerworld.com/en/models/3069661-jimothy-running?from=search#profileId-3455550 https://youtu.be/xsAVBx88VrI

You can build a Minecraft-inspired compass with GPS.

Guide: learn.adafruit.com/minecraft-gps-compass

Inspired by summer camp adventures, this compass saves and loads waypoints so you always know the way back.

The menu lets you pick previously saved locations and points you toward them as you explore outdoors.

Powered by an Adafruit Feather RP2350, this project pairs a mini GPS module with a gyroscope and accelerometer!

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OMG, we’re zooming through the backlog… new protos ordered (STC31+SHT41, MT6835) and boards/libraries shipped (Terminal Block BFF, TMAG5273, VCNL4030, MAX44009, TMF8806). Still in progress: RV-8803, WF100DPZ, ADS7128, TMF882x, and VL53L5x, then we’re back to Feather designs, home sensors, and Raspi accessories.

TermDriver 2 by Excamera Labs (0:32) https://www.adafruit.com/product/6460?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Adafruit LED Sequins - Cool White - Pack of 5 (1:57) https://www.adafruit.com/product/6456?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Adafruit LED Sequins - Emerald Green - Pack of 5 (1:57) https://www.adafruit.com/product/1756?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Adafruit LED Sequins - Royal Blue - Pack of 5 (1:57) https://www.adafruit.com/product/1757?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Adafruit LED Sequins - Rose Pink - Pack of 5 (1:57) https://www.adafruit.com/product/1792?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Adafruit LED Sequins - Warm White - Pack of 5 (1:57) https://www.adafruit.com/product/1758?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Official Raspberry Pi Mouse 2 - Black (2:38) https://www.adafruit.com/product/6458?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Adafruit APDS9999 Proximity, Lux Light & Color Sensor - STEMMA QT / Qwiic (3:25) https://www.adafruit.com/product/6461?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Pimoroni Inky Impression for Raspberry Pi – 7.3" - PIM773 (5:09) https://www.adafruit.com/product/6471?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Pimoroni Inky Impression for Raspberry Pi – 4.0" - PIM789 (5:09) https://www.adafruit.com/search?q=inky?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Pimoroni Inky Impression for Raspberry Pi – 13.3" - PIM774 (5:09) https://www.adafruit.com/product/6472?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Adafruit AS7331 UV / UVA / UVB / UVC Sensor Breakout - STEMMA QT / Qwiic (7:00) https://www.adafruit.com/product/6476?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

Adafruit AS7343 14-Channel Light / Color Sensor Breakout - STEMMA QT / Qwiic (9:29) https://www.adafruit.com/product/6477?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=videodescrip&utm_campaign=newproducts

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The wonderful world of Python on hardware! Episode 310 (May 7, 2025). This is our weekly Python video highlights! Ladyada and PT review the Python on hardware news of the week.

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You can build a tap-to-play video player using a Raspberry Pi 5, Adafruit’s NFC Breakout and NFC cards. Full Tutorial: https://learn.adafruit.com/nfc-raspberry-pi-media-player

To play a movie, just tap an NFC card over the 3D printed case. A python script runs code that launches movies in the VLC media player.

The NFC cards are fitted inside a 3D printed case inspired by VHS cassette tapes.

This project aims to make the movie watching experience more special by creating a physical experience. No streaming networks or wifi necessary!

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Active Cooling Fan https://www.adafruit.com/product/5815

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Full tutorial: https://learn.adafruit.com/chinese-dragon-puppet-with-motion-reactive-flame-effect/overview

Make a Chinese Dragon puppet with a dramatic flame LED effect. The lights are motion-reactive so he lights up when you shake him. This project uses an Adafruit Circuit Playground Express with a built-in motion sensor and NeoPixel LED lights. The code is written in Microsoft MakeCode, an easy-to-use drag and drop code editor. (Or maybe in this case, a dragon-drop code editor.)

This is an easy beginner-level project that involves a little bit of soldering. You can download our code sample, or learn to make your own flame effects. This is a fantastic project to do with kids.

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Collin gives Alexa a new persona courtesy of the classic 2-XL trivia bot. Check out the full tutorial available here: https://learn.adafruit.com/echo-2-xl

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Tonight on Pseudorandom, special guest Phil Burgess speaks on the joys & meticulous details of prop recreation, miniature MAME arcades, and more.

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