As design teams shrink and hardware engineers increasingly face challenges with embedded software, the industry confronts a widening skills gap, resistance to modernization, and pressure to deliver faster. But the solutions to these challenges exist. Jacob Beningo, founder of the Embedded Software Academy, has worked on over 100 projects across 20 countries. He spoke with […]
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Book review: Dead Simple Python
Dead Simple Python, by Jason C. McDonald Readers may initially see the title of this book and think it entails a “for dummies” type presentation of Python. Not at all. McDonald, a software engineer, has written a +700-page treatise on Python that is aimed at people who already are familiar with some other software language […]
LoRa portal provides key resources for LoRaWAN device connection
Semtech Corporation announced the upgraded launch of the LoRa® Developer Portal, which makes it easier for developers, regardless of experience level, to quickly build Internet of Things (IoT) devices connected with the LoRaWAN standard. The updated portal gives developers low-risk avenues for building with LoRa. With kits and tutorials, developers can create prototypes quickly and cost effectively to […]
Mounting base kit simplifies electronic prototyping tasks
Digi-Key Electronics announced that it has expanded its product portfolio to include Phase Dock Inc.’s WorkBench project development kit. This distribution partnership is part of Digi-Key’s Marketplace initiative to broaden the product offerings now available for customers, making Digi-Key more of a one-stop-shop than ever before. Phase Dock offers a unique project development kit series, the Phase […]
Graphic controller ICs optimized for large-format HMIs
Bridgetek has made further announcements relating to its multi-award-winning embedded video engine (EVE) platform. The BT817 and BT818 represent the company’s fourth generation of EVE products and follow the already established mantra of helping those with little or no relevant prior experience to build advanced HMIs with high degrees of differentiation. These new functionally-superior graphic […]
4U GPU system delivers 6x AI training performance, 7x inference workload capacity
Super Micro Computer, Inc., announced the doubling of GPU capabilities with a new 4U server supporting eight NVIDIA HGX A100 GPUs. Supermicro offers the industry’s broadest portfolio of GPU systems spanning 1U, 2U, 4U, and 10U GPU servers and SuperBlade servers over a wide range of customizable configurations. Supermicro now offers the industry’s widest and […]
Rugged GPGPU AI supercomputer handles harsh conditions in mobile, remote, military, autonomous apps
Aitech Systems has released an upgraded, qualified version of its high performance, compact A178. Designed for intense data processing in extreme environments, the rugged GPGPU AI supercomputer reliably operates in the harsh conditions found throughout mobile, remote, military, and autonomous platforms. The A178 system is ideal for applications such as training simulation, situational awareness, AI […]
Silicon design kit optimized for high-bandwidth memory/PCIe/ethernet connectivity
Synopsys, Inc. announced its collaboration with GLOBALFOUNDRIES to develop a broad portfolio of DesignWare IP for GF’s 12LP+ FinFET solution, including USB4/3.2/DPTX/3.0/2.0, PCIe 5.0/4.0/2.1, die-to-die HBI and 112G USR/XSR, 112G Ethernet, DDR5/4, LPDDR5/4/4X, MIPI M-PHY, Analog-to-Digital Converter, and one-time programmable (OTP) non-volatile memory (NVM) IP. The DesignWare IP is optimized to meet the high-bandwidth memory throughput […]
Free ebook covers Raspberry Pi essentials
In celebration of Pi Day, the element14 community has published a new eBook: “Essential Raspberry Pi Tips”. In recent years, the Raspberry Pi has transitioned from a tool for students and hobbyists to a viable option for many types of engineering project. The element14 community’s eBook seeks to support users in their search for perfection, […]
Training courses teach functional safety/security standards for critical software apps
LDRA has announced that the company is bringing its popular three-day software-development public training courses to multiple US locations. The LDRA tool suite Training Course is scheduled for June 18–20 in San Jose, Calif., and June 25-27 in Huntsville, Ala. Additional locations are being added on-demand, with the next courses planned for Boston, Mass., and Dallas, […]
