With The Last Jedi almost upon us, Star Wars fans the world over are waiting with baited breath. What should you be doing to pass the time until release day? There are already many ways you can experience the Star Wars universe. Between the games, the books, and even the Twitter accounts, there are many things to keep you going. What if that’s not enough for you? If you are a more hands on person who loves tinkering with DIY electronics in your spare time, then this is for you! In this article we will cover 10 Arduino based Star...
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