Changelog Interviews The world of embedded systems
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Jan 15, 2025 Elecia White, host of Embedded.fm and author of Making Embedded Systems, shares her passion for embedded technology. She highlights innovative applications in self-driving cars and everyday devices like GoPros and birthday cards. The discussion uncovers the evolution of embedded systems, open-source projects, and the challenges faced in fields like robotics and medical devices. Elecia emphasizes making hardware coding accessible and engaging, especially for young learners, while exploring the balance between technology and data privacy.
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Naming the Podcast
- Elecia White named her podcast "Making Embedded Systems", after her book.
- It was later renamed to "Embedded" due to common usage and NPR wanting the name.
Empowering Individuals
- Jerod Santo sees embedded systems as empowering individuals to create and program their own devices.
- These devices aren't always connected but can be via Wi-Fi, showcasing a blend of standalone and connected systems.
E-Drums: A Hidden Embedded System
- Jerod Santo discusses how e-drums exemplify embedded systems in everyday items.
- These non-computer devices contain software and hardware interactions, highlighting the hidden embedded technology.
