They make pretty good 8-bit embedded micro-controllers, notably found in the Arduino…read more They also make a line of ARM-based (32-bit RISC) micro-controllers. Unfortunately (?), the AVR series has been such a success that the ARM group often feel neglected. I suspect that the Atmel ARM group would be much better off if they were spun off into a separate company. At least, their users would be better off. . .

These guys make great low-end microcontrollers. This review will be mostly about this as I have…read morelittle experience with their FPGA products and their analog line. What's to love-- the peripherals are nice and predictable and intuitive; there's good computing power per watt in their 8-bit line. In-system programming actually works well, and their embrace of the GNU compiler chain gives a good open development approach. There's a lot of kitchen-sink parts that contain just about everything you could ever want. The new XMEGA parts continue to push things forward and the new event system is ripe for all kinds of uses, even those unintended by the original designers. Unfortunately, the higher-end 8-bit parts are expensive (this is an industry-wide condition, though). Harvard architecture (especially combined with the GNU tools) can be a pain in 8-bit land too. I like Philips/NXP's ARM line a little more.

Category is push/hand Lawnmower Sharpening and Repair…read more I needed a new handle for my ancient Great States push lawnmower and looked far and wide for a replacement, including OSH and a couple of repair places. Only found one place that would replace it for $30 plus $10 shipping! I also needed my mower sharpened. 10 years ago I could get it done for $30 at S&W on Stevens Creek but they are gone now. I'd paid $60 at Gardenland (a fine place by the way) but the place that had the handle would also sharpen the mower for $85. For some reason I agreed to this deal even though it would be a week-and-a-half to get my mower back. Monday I came to my senses, picked up my mower from Milpitas and made my way over to Valley Saw. They are located near 101 and 280, and keep a supply of used mowers from which they can get parts to fix your mower. I came in and met Dale, and had a very pleasant time learning about my mower while he chose and installed just the part I needed to fix my mower handle. The part was rusted in places, but sturdy and fit exactly, and Dale charged me an incredibly small amount for the replacement. I told him after I mowed my lawn I'd return and leave the mower Monday for his inexpensive two-day turnaround mower sharpening service! Dale showed me how to tell the blades needed sharpening (blade doesn't touch bar, blade edges rounded). He showed me how eventually the sharpenings wear down the blades. I suppose they can then be replaced or *then* I can get a new mower. We observed that no two sides on my mower were alike, what with all my stepdad's "custom" repairs. Like at my Honda car repair shop (W&K automotive) it's great to talk with the guy who does the work. Valley Saw sharpens and reconditions saws and pruning tools like loppers, and sells sharpened and reconditioned push mowers for $40. They had four lined up in the showroom, and all looked pretty good. What with gas-powered and electric mowers so popular these days, a push mower repair shop is a precious thing, and I urge Yelp readers to give Valley Saw a try. 1269 E. Santa Clara Street, San Jose. (408)292-0181.

They sharpen and clean up just about anything. My pruners, shears, saws come back looking like…read morenew. And they make great saws right there, pruning saws, handsaws, drywall saws. And the prices are low. A+!

5 days! Just part 1 is 5 days! From 9 am to 7 pm. No break just banging on the keyboard and pulling…read moremy hair trying to figure out stubby, not so stubby, totally stubby, higher cost win, lower admin distance win, higher priority win, neighbors here and there.. grrr... I thought I know a lot about router but after this. I think I have to go back and review all the EIGRP, OSPF and BGP again.. not sure if I should go for part 2. QoS is a biatch! BTW, don't forget the check out the OSPF lab picture in day 3..

Z-Space is a technology company based in San Jose, California. Had the chance to visit their…read morecorporate office to meet their executive team and experience the exciting AR/VR tools they have created for education. The desktop version was their original machine, but now they have a laptop version. "Driver glasses" are light weight and actually looks pretty inconspicuous compared to many clunkier sci-fi looking versions out there. They are certainly on the cutting edge of development as you can see by their many patents. Bold innovation combined with an educational pedagogical mindset. Looking forward to seeing how this company takes off! Fair is fair check them out. https://zspace.com

I needed good copies quick! I needed purchase orders that were prenumbered and wouldn't cost me an…read morearm and a leg. CMC did the job quickly and efficiently! I will definitely continue to use them for my copying needed!

I needed a variety of signage for a new business and CMC was responsive and helpful! They answered…read moreall of my questions quickly and recommended solutions for printing that I hadn't thought of. I enjoyed working with them on this project--they sure made me look good! I will definitely be calling them the next time I need printing and signage.

From my past two jobs, I've used this vendor for jackets, company shirts, pens and company…read moregraphics. The shirts and jackets were great quality and they offer a wide variety of options. The ordering process was easy and it didn't very long to get my order. They offer amazing customer service and are great to work with. I would recommend them for promotional products and other products they offer.

Consummate professionals, incredibly creative and provides amazing customer service whether a big…read moreor small job. Fun, outside-the-box, and current trends in promotional products and events. They can even find a way many times to get what you need in a tight timeframe. So highly recommended. Plus, when you order things online, you don't know if they are responsibly sourced--with this company you can get what you want and need with your priorities and values intact.

I would heartily recommend Type Righters for any transcription needs. I was happy to learn that…read moreall the work is done locally, not sent out of area or beyond. The turn around was FAST and I was able to get it back in the exact format I requested (PDF) and they were even able to work some magic on a tape that had less than stellar audio quality. I felt the rates were quite reasonable and I will absolutely use them again. Thanks Type Righters for making me look good!

Working with Ahmed is a pleasure at Sandos. The whole transition is smooth in bookkipping and…read moreeverything is perfectly kept. I enjoy working with Ahmed.

Loved this experience with Ahmed. Professional, personable and understood the scope of the job. It…read moreis not easy to take months of bank statements and make sense into a ledger which is easily understood. The first time Ahmed did 2 1/2 years this time in was 15 months. Because he was familiar with the first time, he went though the second one with very little questions. I was quite impressed. We agreed this should be done twice a year. Ahmed is hard working and meets his deadlines as promised. I highly recommend Ahmed for your bookkeeping needs.