Four things I know better than most
Pick your interest and I'll point you straight to the best content and the gear worth buying.
This isn't a content farm.
It's one person's obsession.
I've worked in electronics manufacturing for nearly 30 years, in PCB assembly, RF and power test, repair and line design. It started with a Sinclair ZX81 and honestly, the interest never really stopped.
Every recommendation on this site is researched and checked against trusted sources. When something is worth considering, I explain why. When something is worth avoiding, I say so clearly.
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