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Roland Pelayo

Roland Pelayo started TMM in 2015. He is a firmware engineer who has over ten years of experience in developing electronic and microcontroller-based systems. Roland's designs include medical devices, security and automation, robots, emergency alert systems, and educational training modules.   Have something that you like Roland to write about here? or do you need consultation for microcontroller firmware projects? just contact him via the contact page.

Arduino Parking Sensor Project

ultrasonic sensor how it works

Parking in tight spaces can be challenging, especially when there’s limited visibility. To help avoid collisions with obstacles, this project will show you how to build an Arduino Parking Sensor using an ultrasonic sensor and a buzzer. The ultrasonic sensor detects the distance to an obstacle, and the buzzer produces …

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What are the differences between a SOC 1 audit and a SOC 2 audit?

SOC audits are essential for ensuring the reliability and security of an organization’s systems and processes. The two main types, SOC 1 and SOC 2, have distinct purposes and focus on different aspects of operations. Understanding these differences is crucial for businesses aiming to maintain compliance and build stakeholder trust. …

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The Definitive Blueprint for Launching a Successful Shopify Store

The Definitive Blueprint for Launching a Successful Shopify Store Shopify has become a premier e-commerce platform, empowering over 1.75 million merchants in 175 countries to build and manage their online stores. Although it offers a robust array of tools for store management, failing to address essential components during setup can …

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Arduino Interfacing with MLX90614 (GY-906) Sensor

Arduino MLX90614

The MLX90614 is a really cool infrared thermometer sensor that can measure temperature without even touching an object. It works by detecting infrared radiation (heat) emitted by an object and converting it into a temperature reading. This makes it perfect for projects where you want to measure temperature from a …

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Multitask with ESP32 and FreeRTOS

Consider a project requirement, where you have to read from an analog sensor, update a display and flash an LED simultaneously. This might be a challenging coding assignment if you haven’t heard of an RTOS before.  RTOS allows you to process multiple “tasks” concurrently. This is in contrast with a …

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Using BLE with ESP32 on the Arduino

ESP32 NodeMCU-32S

The ESP32 microcontroller is a powerful and versatile platform, widely used in IoT applications due to its built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. One of its standout features is support for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), which is an energy-efficient version of Bluetooth designed for IoT devices, wearable tech, smart home gadgets, …

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