DigiNews

Summary

This article documents a hands-on electronics DIY project to build a quasi-logarithmic kitchen timer using a vintage meter, an AVR microcontroller, and a custom enclosure. It covers the design rationale, hardware choices, a printable dial, and code reference, illustrating a practical hardware-first approach with an open-source angle. The piece contrasts traditional hardware hacks with modern AI-centric approaches and provides tangible build details.