A collection of posts about my favourite software
Every once in a while, I come across software that blows my mind. It’s usually something well written, unique, or best in its class. I like to present software that impresses me so that other people can use it too, especially if it’s low-cost or free. Here is my list of recommended software. If you …
Visual Studio Code https://code.visualstudio.com/ If you’re a programmer like me, then you know the importance of a good code editor. Over the last several years, I’ve used Visual Studio Code on Windows for most of my projects. This includes C++, Python and Micropython, C#, HTML, CSS, Javascript and plain old text files (VS Code also …
PlatformIO https://platformio.org If you spend time programming under the Arduino framework or wish to develop for a specific microprocessor such as an ESP32 or ESP8266, then PlatformIO is a no-brainer. PlatformIO runs as an extension under Visual Studio Code and provides the compilers and AutoCompletion for over a thousand microprocessors and dozens of frameworks. PlatformIO …
Node-RED https://nodered.org/ Node-RED is the Swiss-Army knife of home automation and programming. Using a drag and drop interface in your browser, you add, delete and edit “Nodes” to build up your program. Nodes are functional blocks of pre-built code that you can use in your “flows”. Each Node has a specific job, such as receiving …
OctoPrint https://octoprint.org/ OctoPrint is an open-source 3D print manager that can control your print jobs on 1 or more printers. In addition, it allows you to remotely upload, manage and monitor your prints from your browser. Some of OctoPrint’s features include: Remote control and monitoring through your browser Plug-ins to expand its functionality Save your …