Programming the 'Hard' out of Hardware - Simplifying Hardware Development

Explore the challenges and strategies for creating user-friendly hardware-related tools in this 45-minute conference talk from YOW! 2016. Delve into case studies from personal open-source projects developed for the NodeJS Hardware Working Group and the global Nodebots community. Learn valuable lessons on improving code to enhance first impressions and foster community growth. Gain fresh perspectives on writing libraries and toolchains that are easy to use, flexible, testable, and extensible, with a focus on the unique complexities of hardware-related software development. Discover how thoughtful processes and empathy can lead to more effective tools for fellow developers in the hardware space.

High Tech Delight - Programming the 'Hard' out of Hardware • Suz Hinton • YOW! 2016