Implementing Asterisk
Over the past month, we have been working on implementing Asterisk in our office. Asterisk (http://www.asterisk.org/ ) is a complete software PBX (Private Branch Exchange)… Read More »Implementing Asterisk
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How to Optimize Python reads for general data
The Python file object read() function acts a little differently than the standard read() found in C. This article describes some of these differences and… Read More »How to Optimize Python reads for general data
Tips for reading a serial data stream in Python
Interfacing with a RS232 serial device is a common task when using Python in embedded applications. The easiest way to get python talking to serial… Read More »Tips for reading a serial data stream in Python
Things that work!
Running a small business has a special set of challenges, and if you are not careful, the overhead can quickly consume you. This article is… Read More »Things that work!
Howto use a Git topic branch to maintain a patchset, and isolate problems
The more I use Git, the more I am really impressed with some of its capabilities. What is Git? Git is a very advanced distributed… Read More »Howto use a Git topic branch to maintain a patchset, and isolate problems
Open JTAG debugging tool for the PXA270
Looking for a low cost, high functionality JTAG solution for the PXA270? As of several weeks ago, the openocd project now works with the Intel/Marvell… Read More »Open JTAG debugging tool for the PXA270
How to control the cable nightmare
Do you ever wonder if there is a better way to manage cables in your lab? I typically have have 5-10 embedded systems on the… Read More »How to control the cable nightmare
TRAC and Distributed Development
I have long been a big fan of source control tools and issue tracking systems. The “concurrent” model made popular by CVS is a tremendous… Read More »TRAC and Distributed Development
A Really Nice Hex Calculator
When working with embedded software, I often have a need for a hex calculator. Over the years I’ve used a number of different tools. Through… Read More »A Really Nice Hex Calculator
Total Phase USB Protocol Analyzer review
I recently purchased a USB protocol analyzer from Total Phase. The device will analyze full speed USB traffic and works well with Linux. On Linux,… Read More »Total Phase USB Protocol Analyzer review