I was able to obliterate class averages in university by using these techniques that I'm going to share with you. I want to preface this guide by stating that I’m not an extremely intelligent person. I struggled throughout junior high and high school and even had to go back to upgrade to get into university. I will boast that I have some natural talent and abilities with problem-solving. That’s why I chose to go into computer science and mathematics, but I am not one of those individuals with seemingly preternatural forces driving my intellect. I mention this because I honestly believe if anyone reads this guide and takes my advice, he or she can rise to the top of university classes.

BrendanDecember 13, 2024...About 4 min

Dc to Ac Inverter

Warning

Do not repeat anything in this article, if you are not qualified. AC current can easily kill you! You have been warned.

A simple DC to AC Inverter

This article is coming soon (probably winter 2025), I just have to improve my design (my first breadboard version melted after a few minutes) which requires more time and money. Anyway my motivation for building: It is so wonderfully easy to go from Ac to DC. You just use a half or full bridge rectifier. In theory, it's very simple and can be seen on almost every modern device that plugs into the wall (To be fair there's a lot more engineering involved). However, going from DC to AC is another story.

BrendanOctober 30, 2024...About 1 min

Drones and Photography

Included are a couple of interesting photos, video, and a GIF, I captured with a DJI mini 4 pro.

I first started getting into quads in 2022. My first quad was a freestyle beast, and naturally, I had a ton of fun doing flips, dives, and of course crashing. I destroyed both my ancient GoPro Hero 2 and my more modern GoPro Hero 8. As enjoyable as freestyle is, it becomes extremely expensive having to constantly replace props, motors, ECSs, control boards, antennas, cameras, etc; and is unideal for Canada's overly strict regulations (FPV requires a spotter as per the VLOS rule). I found myself wanting to try something easier to fly and overall much cheaper.

BrendanAugust 1, 2024...About 1 min

Is Repairing a Cheap CNC Mill Worth It?

About a year ago, I bought this Amazon mill for about 200$ CAD on a local marketplace. I had absolutely no idea if it worked, furthermore, the electronics were in pieces so a bit of a gamble for sure. In this post, I will explain how I got it in working condition and tell you if this type of used equipment (Amazon/Chinese mill, 3D printers, etc) is worth buying.

BrendanJune 18, 2024...About 8 min

Potentiometers and Encoders For Electronics Projects

In this post, we'll dive deep into the mechanics of rotary encoders and potentiometers and provide some simple code.

While both devices are essential for measuring rotational movement, they have distinct ways of operating. Rotary encoders generate digital signals, capturing both the degree of rotation and its direction – perfect for projects where precision is key. Potentiometers act as variable resistors, offering an analog output that's invaluable for its simplicity.

BrendanJanuary 17, 2024...About 15 min

The GPT Store

🌐 My Experiments with CustomGPTs

❄️ Ski Snow Report: Your AI Assistant for Skiing Conditions

BrendanJanuary 13, 2024...Less than 1 minute

A Beginner's Guide to Local Large Language Models (LLMs)

Introduction

If you're intrigued by large language models (LLMs) but feel overwhelmed by the torrent of new information flooding the internet, you're not alone. New models, white papers, and products come out every day as the field is rapidly evolving. This guide aims to clarify LLMs like ChatGPT, Phind, and others, enough that a first-year computer science student can understand the basics of how this technology works and have some key insights into how they can best take advantage of it.

BrendanDecember 20, 2023...About 6 min

Welcome to Devblogging.com!

This blog serves as a platform where I share projects, how-tos guides, writings on other topics, and much more.

Content:

Projects: An in-depth look at projects I'm actively working on including robotics, programming, and more.
Guides: Guides/how-tos aimed at hobbyist/intermediate students to help gain hands-on experience.
Technology Insights: My analysis and opinions on the latest advancements in tech.
Reviews: My opinion on some of the latest tech.

Brendan BezukoDecember 1, 2023...About 2 min

DevBlogging.com

A simple DC to AC Inverter

🌐 My Experiments with CustomGPTs

❄️ Ski Snow Report: Your AI Assistant for Skiing Conditions

Introduction

Content: