diff --git a/README.md b/README.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..e028c6b --- /dev/null +++ b/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,30 @@ +# GAT Nametag SC8 + +a nametag quickly rushed for Supercon 8. +project details rambled at [this hackaday.io project page](https://hackaday.io/true/). + +a nametag addon that keeps your name always upright no matter the orientation. with fun RGB lighting and infrared messaging, maybe people will finally remember your name. + +hardware designed from concept to order for fab in about 4 1/2 days. wasn't procrastinated, just way too busy to get it done... + +rushed and hacked firmware based on a rushed and hacked port of rushed and hacked initial firmware written by true in 2019 + +hope people find it fun and interesting + + +## where can I get it? + +these will be released at Supercon 8 in small quantities. (qty done tbd) +if you want one after SC8, you can order one from true's webshop. + + +## bugs, quirks, omissions + +individual MCU core bugs, quirks and omission are in each MCU's code directory. these are for the project as a whole. + +- code isn't done. it never is. +- pulling on the LED from the non-soldered-pin side can damage the addon. this was a known issue going into this project. with the help of tape and passing on knowledge I hope people don't destroy their addons. + - to fix this would be to design my own oled board that is attached at both sides strongly. +- the GAT header was designed backwards. I always quadruple-check things like this but being rushed not only on this project but on several others means this still got missed. + - to fix this, future runs would have this redesigned. +- BLE may or may not ever work. it was a longshot dream when starting the project. if you want to get it working, solder a wire to the pad next to the "SUPERCON" text and give it a try... by writing the code to make it work, lol. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/nametag8_V003/.cproject b/nametag8_V003/.cproject index 3f35aed..3688c69 100644 --- a/nametag8_V003/.cproject +++ b/nametag8_V003/.cproject @@ -25,7 +25,7 @@